18th July - Tribute To the Departed Soul of My Mother On Her 10th Death Anniversary

Ten years passed Maa, you left this world leaving me alone but still I feel your presence, your tender touch, quietly lying in bed, I moan. Always you were concerned, who will take care of me in your absence today none is there to worry for me, in their lives, I have no importance. Still I find myself holding your coffin, sitting by your lifeless body, on that ill-fated day, I touched your hands and feet, cold as ice, unable to come out of dismay. A heavenly peace on your face, comfortably sleeping, from all worldly sufferings you were away. I cried, but never could wake you up, couldn't believe your sweet face could ever decay. Sometimes, at leisure when I look at the sky on a peaceful night, Sitting in my 'Hanging Garden on a lonely night beneath the serene moonlight, I can hear your melodious voice, the songs you sang for me Those priceless moments we spent together, lying on our terrace amidst Shiuli, Jasmine and Hasnahana tree. I was a teenager, blooming to be a beautiful young girl, bidding my childhood adieu, You were proud of my beauty and talents, I was lucky to inherit from you. You dressed me up beautifully each time I celebrated my auspicious days You made me feel I'm the most gorgeous girl, confident in your praise. Our children were brought up in your love and care You once again proved to be a great grandmother. You taught them how to live life in faith and prayer always been pious and a true God lover. You are the best mother ever I have met, a blessing from above A Godly image of sacrifice, benevolence and abundance of love. I've ne'er seen a greater animal lover, flowing water of love from a ceaseless cascade. I've seen you taking care of sick kith and kin in their last days Forgiving the evil they unleashed on you, you nursed them with a smiling face. I salute your virtue of forgiveness and the Spirit of caring for your enemies, I believe you're enjoying with our Lord in Heaven dwelling with angels and heavenly bodies!