Forgotten

Squeak, squeak, squeak. The sound that resonates in my ears. My existence in orbit around the source of this sound. Every move, in fact, every thought of mine, is associated to this sound. Like a placenta wrapped around a baby's neck, in a mother's womb. Sign of impending horror or remnants of an incident past?
Shining stars in the sky fail to beat the glitter on my chest. A chest once proud, now a frail shadow of loss. All that glitters on my chest is far from gold. A hand that once saluted with honour and pride, now outstretched, palm up, waiting for your largesse. You look at me with disdain.
Squeak, squeak, squeak. I move on


Treasure trove
Insignificant metallic honour
Wheelchair spares
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Misra Avatar
April 3, 2016 at 10:01 PM
OMG, Manoj, how did I miss this gem? It's fantastic - the imagery and the pathos of a once-proud veteran reduced to the state of "outstretched palm up", of medals that are now just pieces of metal! The haiku is also superb. My hats off to you, Manoj. I think this was one of your best pieces.
Nayak Avatar
August 23, 2015 at 8:18 PM
Dear Manoj, very nicely penned haibun:-) and hearty congrats on your win! Imagery good though sad.....love, Anu:-) A 7!
Thirtyseven Avatar
August 21, 2015 at 9:35 AM
While it's possible that the haiku is a little too dependent on the prose, it really brings this piece to a fine conclusion. Thanks for entering this wonderful read into my contest, and may we both write many more.
A. Sharma Avatar
August 21, 2015 at 1:52 AM
Congrats on wonderful win Manoj with this amazing haibun! Keep your words flowing!
A  Avatar
August 20, 2015 at 6:36 PM
Manoj, Congratulations on the win. SKAT
Allison Avatar
August 20, 2015 at 11:58 AM
beautiful but sad imagery many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx
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