Daddy
(Dedicated to universal parenthood – Deepak Sarkar, www.kolki.com)
[From the Author of “Poems by Kolki –
Absolutely Humane”, a recipe for better world]
[Imagine peace on earth if soldiers, generals, politicians, strategists and war planners could feel universal Parenthood – Kolki]
They chirp or call, but I hear Daddy,
As they provide me with much needed company
At home as pet or in the wild when walking or jogging
Sharing my joys, sorrows and agonies!
They grow slowly observing me
But I hear silent whisper in the air, calling me Daddy
Some throughout the year, others seasonally
As summer, fall, winter, and spring travels through
the valley!
They play in the forest
As they breed, eat, feed and mate
Take a pause staring at me with unfurled eyes
But I hear Daddy in their barking, roaring or sigh!
They swim in lakes, ponds, and oceans
Occasionally come ashore with inquisitive passion
Remind me evolutionary lost principles
Before diving again saying Daddy in old fashion!
They walk, talk, sing, shout like me
As family, community, in villages and countries!
I see children living in harmony or agony!
Some recognize me, pause in amazement ‘Daddy!’!
I am without biological sons and daughters
But together world made me a proud father!
Making my heart bigger and bigger –
Bringing out the best of human nature!
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