Sapna Goel

I am the sea

Everyday millions of people come to me
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As time flies by

Its not the sagging skin that scares me,

nor the deepening wrinkles,

nor the graying hair or the little sunspots on my face..
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What is it that I long for?

What is it I seek?
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Two lonely souls lost in the world

A smile exchanged, A shy word
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That night I was on my own

riding the train
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My friend, koel is back with her summer songs...
Perched outside my window she urges me to sing along!
She cocks her head and looks at me...
As if, saying come on! Why won't you sing with me?
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I look at you
my darling
everyday with wonder anew
is it possible
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sometimes concern is misunderstood

sometimes friendship is dishonored
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In the darkness of the night, I look with confusion at my hennaed hands..

The deep red signifies..
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What is it that you've come to do
Where do you intend to go
you.. in a Blue suit, Black tie
Where are you heading to?
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Don't do it little girl! Stop! for a minute and think,

Things may be difficult right now..
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Two shells of coconut
sat calmly side by side
caressing, touching, loving,
holding each other tight.
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People say it's a curse being a woman
I never thought it true
Always, did pretty much what I wanted to do
Studied, played, worked, roamed the world
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Is there a way?
to fix broken hearts,
repair trust,
relive dreams,
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