Mamma Didn’t Know
(Dedicated to Mother’s Day)
Mamma didn’t know –
First time I was swimming with friends -
Almost drowned myself crying for help!
That I missed her when in school all day!
Felt empty inside every time she was away -
Visiting uncles or close friends even for a day!
Food didn’t taste good, game wasn’t same
As if world was stalling toward sudden end!
Mamma didn’t know –
I almost choked to death inhaling first cigarette!
That teacher punished me for other’s misdeeds by
mistake!
Opponent beat me badly for victory in a friendly game!
My pain seeing silent lover became someone else’
friend!
My fear seeing neighbour killed by militia for
political gain!
My frustration often Government invent terrorism for
campaign!
Mamma didn’t know –
How much I cried in disbelief even as adult!
Knowing diplomacy hides truth in professional world!
Defense Industries make profit from the horror of War!
Politicians lie under oath to hide supremacy terror!
Religion writes prophecies justifying killings with fear!
Mamma didn’t know –
That I thanked her every time I cooked my meal!
Apologized for past complaints I didn’t mean!
When the noise of daily chores quiet down
Competition for survival didn’t take me out of town -
My mind wanted to serve her the way she served me!
And rest in her lap like a child listening mythical
stories!
Author: Deepak
Sarkar,