By Nandana Varma
To my ever loving and proud father
I still remember your gleaming eyes
The day I flew to grab my dreams
You smiled strong though you hate goodbyes
The virus no doubt is making us shake
But have faith Dad, here I’ll be safe…
To my extremely strong and selfless mom
Who waits for my every other video call
Let it be Covid, plague or thunderstorm
My spirit won’t lockdown,your child won’t fall
I know the media updates make you crave
To meet me soon,but trust me I’m safe…
To my doting strong better half
You’ve stood by my side all these years
Your silent arms that hold me tight
Have been chasing away all my fears
With people dying all around, its hard to be brave
But one day I’ll come back to you,dear till them I’ll be safe..
To my adorable little kids back there
My hopes,my dreams,my bundles of joy
The world around is going through a lot
But I’ll take care of all, you read, play and enjoy
Your school,your friends,your golden days
I’ll bring them back and all will be safe…
To all my friends and people who are dear
What you call pongal, baisakhi, easter or Vishu
Were moments for me to see you make merry and cheer
This year are all replaced by funerals and grave
But this too shall pass, just stay home and stay safe…