When waves transport to the new shore.

Staying on safe shore

In love with beauty of life

Battle ship arrives

Waves transport

Other shore awaits 

Unlocked challenges

Calm waters welcome

Unfamiliarity breeds

Waves will rise again?

When we get accustomed to a way of life, familiarity is very comforting. We run away from change and get used to being contented with what we have. Being contented is nice, but not when we can achieve much much more. Change is always hard to deal with. When we climb our battle ship transporting us to our new destination, we flinch! Even the calmness seems to be scary, even though the previous place had been a rage. What matters to us then is the fact that it's unfamiliar. And that fear of the unknown hampers our steps. But we forget we are humans. We are programmed to adjust to the new surroundings very fast. Time will pass by, the calm waters will find waves again, until one fine day when yet another battle will needs us to fight yet another battle of life. So why not be prepared without hanging our hearts on our sleeves? 

This Haiku is written for The OSI. The prompt for the week is 'IN LOVE WITH LIFE'.
Also written for the Haiku Heights. The prompt being 'LOCK' .

Who wins this summer? - A Haiku.

Drop of sweat trickles

We play hide and seek with sun

Who wins this summer?

Indoor introverts

Not much change felt except heat

Just draw the curtains

Outdoor extroverts

More fun, more laugh, more sunscreen

Climate change man? Nay!

As Summer hits the place, it's time for candies, juices... hats, umbrellas, sunglasses, sunscreen...! But how does the change of climate ever affect man? Just some discomfort and a little whining. It never will succeed in changing the nature of a person, will it? Indoor loving person will still be indoors. The only change is probably he 'll increase the speed of the fan, or click away the remote to decrease the temperature of the air-conditioner. And the outdoor loving people? Does summer stop them from going out? Nah! They'll still make the best of the situation by hitting the waterfalls, pool parties, the beaches.. A pair of sunglasses and some extra sunscreen and they're game! Neither can winter get a person out, nor can summer keep people indoors! Nature of a man is not really subject to change. If they want to do something, they do it no matter what.

This Haiku is written for The Heights of Haiku - April 2012. The prompt for today is 'SUMMER'.

Don't judge me by my past... I don't live there anymore!

"You wished for a great life..
But what you created within is just gloom..
Why this melancholy, why this strife..
When it is also within YOU to bloom!"

How often do we have a complete change-over? No, i'm not talking about a make-over. That is something you can get by possessing a thick wad of cash. But as we know, the most valuable matters cannot be bought. They have to be earned. Just like your respect which has slipped away, or someone's trust that you have lost. What about the deeds you have done in the past... the selfish ones? It's not easy to realize your mistakes. Even more difficult to try and mend them. And sometimes next to impossible to actually change yourself, coming out of your comfort zone. It's a Herculian task coming clean, accepting your follies and embracing the consequences.

It's a crawling process. There is no guaranty that a changed person will be accepted any soon or chances are high for never. The changing action requires courage. Acceptance of the fact that the change to be brought in oneself might never be reciprocated is very difficult. But if that first hurdle is crossed, things get a little easier, for you are not scared, expecting good.. at the same time mentally prepared for the unexpected!

Whatever be the consequences, change for the good always brings peace. The inner joy of doing something right floods your life with unseen confidence and ability. Some days back i was having a heart-to-heart chat with my elder cousin and a few words of advice she gave me just ringed a bell...! It's still ringing in my ear, compelling me to pay heed. She said, "Don't hold your breath over anything ever!" It was so true. In an instance i came up with more to it. When you hold your breath over something/someone, and it/they doesn't/don't come true, then it will suffocate you and make your life hell, because you just won't LET GO!

Letting go is really really hard sometimes. The plethora of emotions entangle you, trapping you in its web of pain, misery and sadness. Then even if you try letting go of your breath, the emotions crawl all over you forcing you into a state of hopelessness. Loneliness is not too far... it comes clinging to you and you shelter it. It befriends you, you rely on it. And soon you will not know when it overstayed it's welcome!

And the story after? Well... the weak-hearted collapse, give up, brood, whine and cry over the pathetic turns of their life. But if you can find even a little pinch of strength and courage in you. You'll set the loneliness packing their bags, or better, you'll move out and move on! You'll learn to hope, never to lose it again. You'll learn to tone down your emotions, and not be overwhelmed. You'll let go of the breath you've held forever, and take in a fresh current of air within you, flooding your senses with the gift of peace, relief and tranquility.

If you look at any side of a closed room with a fresh outlook, you'll discover the unseen, hidden, windows of opportunity, waiting to be found by you. I like to believe that God created lots of windows for every person. But he kept it hidden. so only the people willing to work hard and be brave would find it. A change, a discovery like this can turn anyone's life. If the people we love and care observe and appreciate it, it's the best gift you would ever receive. And if they don't.. well, with a little hope and a lot of faith, who knows.. Miracles might happen!

Again...

  "Don't judge me by my past, i don't live there anymore."

The man in the mirror...!

       For some reason today i feel, if i followed half the things i truly feel, with complete faith and perseverance i'll make a great human being! There's so much of a difference between saying, feeling and doing. What's the whole point of saying something you don't feel??? Once you realize that, what's the whole point in feeling something you don't put into actions??? I realized there is soooo much of a difference in 'knowing' what is right and 'doing' the right thing! There are many people who live an ignorant life, not able to understand the right thing in life. Then there are those who know what is right, but spend time only knowing more but not really implementing each of them! The REAL heroes are those who diligently practice what they preach!

       I just came across this song by Michael Jackson, 'Man in the mirror'. The lyrics of this song refreshed my desire to do right!

I'm starting with the Man in the mirror,
I'm asking Him to change His ways,
And no message could have been any clearer-
"If you wanna make the World a better place,
 Take a look at yourself, and then make a Change!"

       I've always believed no one is perfect. Being in the constant process of changing yourself is what leads you to near-perfection! As we've heard CHARITY BEGINS AT HOME. On similar grounds, if you want to change the world, then first take a look at yourself and make the change. Who can be a better first volunteer than yourself...!
       This world when looked through magical eyes, is such a wonderful place to live in. We are so lucky just to be born as humans and not just any unicellular creature. Why not live a life with that happy quotient. Things change, circumstances change, but don't let that change what you really feel deep down inside. Everytime i muse, i go look at the mirror. The person looking back there is the only one who knows you inside out. That is one person who won't lie to you, who doesn't think twice telling something on your face. But most of us try pretending we can't hear the inner voice which is always guiding us to do right. Why not give some time to the real YOU...!?
        So go on....! Look into that mirror, use those beautiful eyes to look into the inner YOU, shut those ears for the outside world for a moment, and listen to the soothing inner voice calling you....! Musing over this note i sign off, saying what i always say..... "Miracles Happen!" :)

The Big Change!

     How i wish everyday was a fairytale!!! Wishing i was cinderella and my fairy came over with her magic wand.... n WHOOSH! all my wishes come true...! That would make life soooo much more magical wit a real touch of magic to it! But i guess, everything never happens your way. It takes its own sweet time... n ya.. when it really does... The effect is nothing less than a feeling of a true miracle! I guess miracles happen only when you are willing n patient enough to let it happen to you in its own pace. It's sooo irritating when you know how to set things right, but somehow it doesnt work out. Happens to everyone, to each their own!

      Wondering how people react to THE big change in life. Change is inevitable, yet brings along with it sooo many mixed emotions. Happiness to some, excitement to yet another, and sorrow follows too! The same situation when seen from different views is all so complicated! Everything is about how we react to the situation. I repeat, not everything happens your way! So fret, worry, stress yourself out... cry over what u feel is wrong... but then, 'Get Over It' coz life moves on. See the positive side and welcome the change with a smile. Do remember everything happens for a reason and yes... EVEN THIS WILL PASS AWAY! Here's wishing for order in chaos!

P.S. Miracles do happen!