As I Watched from Afar

By V. Mahanth Krishna

As I watched from afar, I couldn’t help but wonder,

And think about her all the time, day and night.

Those sweet smiles and twinkling eyes of hers,

Rival the very dark yet starry night skies.

As I talked with her, I couldn’t help but wonder,

Where was this soft and soothing voice all my life?

Her words, like honey they dripped,

From a honeycomb of beauty, morals and charm.

How is it possible? Me, a man of science,

Who questioned the existence of magic and art,

Has believed in the presence of an angel,

She is different in every way, than a mere mortal.

Her elegant gait, like a lioness she,

Yet on the inside, a kitten purrs.

She gives the radiant sun a run for its money,

When she looks into your heart, with those gem-studded eyes.

As I watched from afar, I couldn’t help but wonder,

Do I really stand a chance? Is it pure delusion?

With a queen among princesses in front of me,

Will I succeed? Oh! Only god knows what will become of me!

By V. Mahanth Krishna