Wednesday, March 6, 2013

A brief spell--By Ranu Uniyal--India

A brief spell

One rain soaked evening
he stroked her voice
with his bashful smile.
Late that night
he was found drinking. 
And she had lost her voice.

Ranu Uniyal lives in Lucknow, India. Poetry keeps her going and is as much a part of her life as her love for humanity. She is a Professor of English at Lucknow University. She has two books of poems: Across the Divide and December Poems to her credit.
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 6, 2013 at 11:40 PM

    Very well put. Enjoyed the composition. Id like to read more of your work. Best wishes ralph.

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  2. Kathryn CollinsMarch 20, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    Dear Ranu -

    Oh how I love this delicate poem with its wonderful title. How beautiful to read - he stroked her voice with his bashful smile.

    love,
    Kathy

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    1. ranu uniyalMarch 23, 2013 at 9:38 AM

      Thanks Ralph and Kathy for a warm response. It has made me happy.

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  3. Karen O'LearyMarch 28, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Dear Ranu,

    Thank your for taking time to leave comments for others today and for sharing your wonderful poem for Whispers. Your efforts to help make the site a supportive community are greatly appreciated. Best wishes.

    Karen

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