Spreading the arms
above and beyond
the trees of my neighbour
stand majestic in the circumspect.
Peeking through the balcony
they twist and squeeze in
the rustling of the leaves
the knocking of the branches
against the window sill
echo through day
while the morn passes with noise
from sources external
the night keeps vigil alone
the rude smothering cause
a panic, the heart races
apprehension mounts
The unsolicited guest
stays put almost insensitive
of movement, creating
an indefatigable palpitation.
Dogged and impertinent
they seem to be making a mess
of the entire balcony, the shed
leaves and twigs lie strewn,
the wall look pale being
constantly dashed against.
My neighbour stays unperturbed
poor me! I am victimized.
Meenas Poems 