The Last Stanza
Sleeping with the Ghost
Talk.
“I won’t.”
Please, I insist.
“But, talk is cheap.”
Silence is not the cure.
"What would you like to hear?"
Open your eyes. See the real world.
"It is chaotic. I'd rather close my eyes."
Trust me. Life is full of surprises. It’s colourful.
“So are my dreams. Please leave me alone to ponder.”
Your attitude has changed. What on this Earth transfigured your perspective?
“Life is not a stagnant pool but a streaming river. There is a vast ocean to meet.”
But, you seem feeble. Look at yourself in the mirror. Please, take a look at yourself.
“Yes, I am a frail child now. All my heroes have died. I cannot face the mirror. It is so pathetic!”
Fear not. Stand up and be strong. Heroes never die. Follow their footsteps, path, and their imprints.
“Right, but I want something else - Nirvana. I’ve unshackled my mind to wander into this world and this Universe.”
Why so? Is this because this world is full of turmoil? Something is wrong with you. God, enlighten this young fellow.
"I admit that. But, look at the damn politicians and systems. God, please send some saviours down to the Earth."
Seek for a true company who can understand you. I can't see you getting senseless like a lunatic.
"Why I love myself more? I don't know why. But, this is not what I used to be. I'm not crazy."
Why don't you fall in love with whom you love heartily? True love will definitely succeed.
"It hurts. Now, I can't handle the pangs of love anymore. I want to break free."
How can you judge these kind of sentiments? I see the truth in your eyes.
"Some are learned from seeing and much from experiencing this life."
Have some optimism. All you need is change in your perspective.
"I'm not a pessimist. I'm just a victim of circumstances."
Go to faraway places. Natural sceneries are grand.
"So are my imaginations and my visualizations."
Look at the bright sides. Life is a long road.
"Oh, forgive me for my obscure vision."
Everything will be alright. Calm down.
"I know that. Nothing lasts forever."
Sleep and forget your existence.
"Yes, let me be non-existent."
Turn off the lights now.
"I'm alone. I'm afraid"
You are not alone.
"Who are you?"
I am you.
Soul
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Inspired from the poem “conversations” written by Pallav Ranjan
Dibyendra Hyoju
Dibyendra Hyoju Dibyendra loves reading and writing poetry. He has a Master's degree in Information Technology from Kathmandu University.
This poem is very good. Well done!! I am surprised this poem hasn't got much praise. The end was excellent.