Amrita Mallik

Trending keeps me hooked, It satisfies my ego, I feel overwhelmed, and I develop narcissistic streak. Everywhere then, I look for validation, Criticism, I can no more digest, In the pursuit of likes and pleasing comments, I neglect, rather reject, the daily and mandatory chores. Only if such trivial works like caring for the family, […]

Up upon the gust of wind My life has been exscind I fall at the sands of impermanence  Suffering the reality of permanence . I write lines of fire The ones laced with desire Words that dissolve slowly Showing my sins and folly . The skyline goes red I look for punishment blood red Under […]

Far away from the home, Surviving the lockdown, Saudade is intensified, Desiring to be with dear ones, Though many have left unexpectedly, Further, escalating my feelings within. The memories bring me tears, Sadness or happiness doesn’t matter, The love that acted as a bridge, a soulful connect, Still remains with me, making me distracted.