Childhood Memories

I vividly recall those days When childhood ruled my world Going over to friend’s houses Climbing on trees; hidden in leaves Sneaking ripe guavas in our pockets And then running away; laughing As the old man comes with a stick I still smile at sweet remembrance Of birthday parties and games Throwing pieces of cakes at birthday child Before being turned out by the angry mother I remember the sleep-over nights Bringing in teddies stealthily And then calling home late at night Asking for a forgotten toothbrush When it was time for bed; and lights off Each child quivered with fear Feeling for each other hands I love to sit back and remember the days When running after mischievous doings We used to wonder why grown-ups Still think we are innocent