The Virtual World Has Taken Over The Real World. Poem by M. Asim Nehal

The Virtual World Has Taken Over The Real World.

Rating: 5.0


I long to sit quietly under the shade of a Pipal tree,
Where the heat of the sun comes in with the cold air.

By laying down on the cot and stretching my legs
I long to see those colorful butterflies sucking nectar

I long to chase the Bullock Cart from afar
And listen to the ringing bells till the very end.

I long to catch the falling leaves flying in the wind
And count them later and pick some as prizes.

I long to smell the loaves being roasted in the Tandoor
And then run to extinguish a coal fire with water.

Now I barely see folks running after the kite to catch
Nor do I see the bunch competing to collect the broken pieces of the bangles.

The virtual world has taken over the real world.

Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Topic(s) of this poem: memories,challenges,change
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Dr Dillip K Swain 03 November 2021

Yes, it's so. The covid-19 pandemic has a blessing in disguise. Everything has become virtual but in realistic dimension. A prudent write..top score.

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Dr Pintu Mahakul 08 November 2021

It is time of virtual world. An amazing experience we have gained. A brilliant perception you have shared here. Thank you very much for sharing.

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Evelyn Judy Buehler 03 November 2021

A beauty of a poem, recalling the good old days.5 stars.

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Rebecca Navarre 03 November 2021

Such heart and days of beauty written into this! .. So true rarely do you see the children picking flowers or running round outside, like back in the days. An excellent poem! .. Filled with beauty! ... Definite 5 Stars! ...+++++

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Gordon Walter 03 November 2021

My days at farmhouse: I long to smell the loaves being roasted in the Tandoor And then run to extinguish a coal fire with water.

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Martinez Salotori 03 November 2021

Nice small wishes, packed in small package.

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