The Aftermath

Struck nine on Richter scale, seismic waves so cruel and wild From epicentre, shot in circles and created immense terror Wrath of earthquake, none could escape- be it a child or to- be bride Lives lost, families shattered with every devastating tremor Sky-scrapers, schools, heritage buildings, homes reduced to mere rubble Catastrophe of this kind, sent down the spine shivers of intense fear This place lost links from rest of the world like a vanishing bubble State forces and rescue teams rushed to help and save with verve Shrouded this place, smell of death ; sounds of pain- cries, screams, grumble Reached here, medical aid, food, blankets and people with will to serve In fond remembrance, flowers , cards, candles placed for souls departed Prayers made to the Supreme power, to restore peace and conserve These jolts are Mother Earth's cues to remind that man is not the only celebrated Reins of control of this globe still lay in her hands and man needs to stay grounded!!