We are all lonely. Terribly lonely.
Sometimes I want to scream at the top of my lungs in a crowded place out of sheer loneliness. And sink on the concrete floor with my head tucked between my knees. I want someone to look into my empty eyes and read my story. Then comfort me with a hug. But I stand quietly in the corner of this posh restaurant smiling politely at the couples walking into it with their fingers interlocked. They wait for their table. I wait for mine. In the meantime, I stand there alone, a thousand thoughts run a marathon inside my tiny head. What have I done to deserve it -- is one such thought. Sometimes I talk to others. Those who appear to have it all. After 15 minutes of easing into the conversation, I find they are no less miserable. If I'm a Siberian desert - cold and barren, they are Sahara - few people come to visit them - a very few walk with them under the scorching circumstances. Deep down, we are all lonely. Terribly lonely. We all seek one person with whom we can share that
Their numbers are increasing. But yes, single parents have a tougher job considering they have dual roles to play. Good one, Saru! As always!
ReplyDeleteVery tough. And I respect them for it.
DeleteParenting is a challenging job; having to do it alone is so very sad.
ReplyDeleteTrue that!
DeleteVery True
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DeleteSaru this is so beautiful. In just a few words you say so much. Love it. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Seena.
DeleteTrue...
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DeleteBeing a single parent, I know, what it takes to be one :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, like always.
Respect!
DeleteAnd, I am sorry link to your blog is infected. Please check, so I can read your work.
Few words expressing so much, Nice one
ReplyDeleteThanks Upasna.
DeleteVery touching. Everything you write is so poetic yet so potent.
ReplyDeleteThanks Raj!
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