Jan 15, 2014

Joy!


"the rustle of the fall
sounding through those tiny feet
laughter crackling each time a leaf chips,
left me wondering...
...is it really fall?
because, my spring just arrived!"


This short poem is written for Write Tribe's Wednesday prompt (the photo above). I named it Joy because that's what this picture reminded me of. My daughter loves crackling dry leaves, and their rustling sound makes her gleam! That's my joy when her smiles and laughter brings spring in the season of fall (autumn)! 
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28 comments:

  1. Bhavya NJan 15, 2014, 7:20:00 PM

    That was beautiful. Mothers find so much joy when they see their children happy.

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  2. ShaifaliJan 15, 2014, 8:41:00 PM

    Thanks for stopping by. A new reader always brings smiles. Being a mother yourself, I know how well you understood the essence of my words.

    Just visited your blog, loved the name absolutely. Will read a few posts, and leave footprints.

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  3. KalpanaJan 15, 2014, 10:11:00 PM

    Lovely poem. I can just see your daughter hopping around stomping on the dried leaves.

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    1. ShaifaliJan 16, 2014, 8:56:00 AM

      :-)

      Thanks Kalpanaa. I believe poetry can be personal (as a vent out) but its success can also be measured by the fact that someone can relate to your words and feel the visuals. I am glad you can see all this! Thanks for visiting my little post.

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  4. Corinne RodriguesJan 15, 2014, 10:58:00 PM

    This is lovely, Shaifali! Short and yet evoked so much emotion!

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    1. ShaifaliJan 16, 2014, 8:57:00 AM

      Thanks so much Corrine. I should in fact thank you for Write Tribe. I m going to stay with you, hopefully for long.

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  5. sulekkhaJan 16, 2014, 12:16:00 AM

    A heartwarming post on the prompt, loved its positive richness.

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    1. ShaifaliJan 16, 2014, 8:58:00 AM

      Positive thoughts attract more positive thoughts! I have a calendar sitting on my desk which reads for today that a moment of smile quite possible brings the next moment of smile too!

      I am happy my positivity and joy rubbed on you too. Thanks!

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  6. kalpana solsiJan 16, 2014, 6:29:00 AM

    I still love to step on a dry leaf and the crackling sound is music to my ears and your little lovely poem reminded me the little pleasures of life. Indeed when one is happy its spring time.

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    1. ShaifaliJan 16, 2014, 8:59:00 AM

      Kalpana, I am glad you resonate my emotions. Life's little moments are forgotten in the process of becoming an adult. Children take us back to their kingdom, and make us relive the countless precious moments again!

      I wish you spring all the time! Thanks for the visit.

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  7. simple girl.....Jan 16, 2014, 9:43:00 AM

    wow!! that was a beautiful poem.. loved it ..

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:45:00 AM

      Thanks for stopping by. I am glad you found it lovely.

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  8. ObsessivemomJan 16, 2014, 8:13:00 PM

    Awww that was so sweet. A smile on your child's face can truly light up your life. And I love to 'crackle' dry leaves too. So much fun it is.

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:43:00 AM

      Thank you so much Tulika. Yes, our childhood returns with cracking those dry leaves :-)

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  9. Michelle LiewJan 17, 2014, 2:20:00 AM

    Children mean the world.....and a positive reaction from them makes your day!

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:52:00 AM

      Yes Michelle...they are the universe. Their innocence and smiles brighten up each day.Many a times, I only need to see my daughter's joy to become happy.
      Thanks for your visit.

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  10. Shilpa GargJan 17, 2014, 4:19:00 AM

    Wow! This is such a happy and sweet take on the prompt! Joy, indeed :)

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:58:00 AM

      Thanks Shilpa. I am happy you found it happy n joyous too!

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  11. NabanitaJan 17, 2014, 5:38:00 AM

    I felt happy reading it ! short and wonderful :)

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:58:00 AM

      What a unique beautiful name- Nabanita.

      Thanks for stopping by. Great to know you find this short poem wonderful.

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  12. Aayesha S HakimJan 18, 2014, 12:23:00 AM

    Aw, short and sweet!

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  13. UnknownJan 18, 2014, 2:02:00 AM

    Shafali, the little poem is so nostalgic! As small children we loved to walk on dry leaves and were thrilled bt the sound they created. My first visit to your site.

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 9:57:00 AM

      Thanks for your visit Usha ji. Yes, the poem reminds us of when we were kids and the little things that used to be our BIG source of joy.

      I read your take on the prompt, and absolutely loved it.

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  14. AnonymousJan 19, 2014, 2:52:00 AM

    I'm speechless at such beautiful words, Shafali:)
    http://vishalbheeroo.wordpress.com/2014/01/18/wednesday-prompt-2014-3-the-perfect-winter-gift

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    1. ShaifaliJan 19, 2014, 10:02:00 AM

      :-)
      This is not first time I have seen 'joy' making people speechless.

      Thanks for the compliment Vishal.

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  15. payal agarwalJan 19, 2014, 3:24:00 AM

    such a sweet poem! :)

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