Affection Poem by Khairul Ahsan
Affection
A sweet little birdie has joined our nest
Anayah is her name, who takes little rest.
She keeps frolicking around all the time,
And accepts no time to be her bedtime.
When we ask her to go to bed,
With a nay she would oscillate her head,
Saying that she has homework to complete,
Urging us instead, to rest and sleep.
Off and on she would approach us and say
‘Go to sleep', so that unhindered she can play.
Whenever the calling bell rings at the door,
She rushes to open, leaving her dolls on the floor.
If reminded of the danger of the Corona virus,
She desists from opening, though very desirous.
When I say my prayers, she quietly joins beside
And repeats the prayers, taking me as her guide.
She is always busy, playing with her dolls and toys,
Sometimes quietly, sometimes with a lot of noise.
Whatever she does, she comes to me, intermittently,
And asks me some questions, on this or that plea.
If she sees me dressed up and ready to go out,
She would move ahead of me, like a trained scout.
Pressing the elevator button she would look at my eye
And earn a warm hug, before I bid her goodbye.
Dhaka
08 December 2020
Grandchildren are the crown of grandparents. This poem and the accompanying picture affirm this premise. A very touching write nice rhyme and flow. So mellifluous when read.
'Grandchildren are the crown of grandparents' - oh so truly said, @Rose Marie Juan-austin! Thank you so much for appreciating the heartfelt emotion that spilled over the poem and the picture.
Brilliant representation......thank u, dear poet......anjandev roy.
This is superbly beautiful. To have a lovely child like this around is truly marvelous. And these verses express this in such a touching and wonderful way. Excellent poem, a pleasure to read.
This is such a wonderful and heartwarming tribute to your beautiful granddaughter. Grandchildren bring such joy to our lives.
I can imagine your excitement when a little birdie comes to your solitary nest! No wonder she consumes the bulk of your time! Every minute, you must be enjoying her lively presence. She looks a sweet little girl. Grand parents love their grand children much more than their own children! A poem overflowing with affection!
So affectionately and beautifully expressed through this lovely poem, the love for your dearest grand daughter. She is, indeed, like a cute doll. Grandparents have very special and unconditional love their grand children. A hundred stars....... :)
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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5/4/2024 4:32:33 PM # 1.0.0.1119
What a lovely and heartwarming poem for a beautiful and smart granddaughter. A reader can feel the overwhelming love, joy and affection that the Poet has, for a beloved granddaughter. So beautifully expressed and crafted. Full of great images that depict a one of a kind bond between a grandfather and granddaughter.
Your comment is so appreciative and warm, @Rose Marie Juan-austin! Much inspired the thoughtful words. Thank you Rose.