#occasion
as Meatloaf used to sing,
'Like a bat out of hell i'll be gone'
many a sunrise I departed a bed and the night.
Apr 10
Apr 10, 2026 at 8:53 AM UTC
The stylish kitchen
was where the chicken
had to be prepared
and couldn't be spared
by the good old chef
who was known as Jeff
on that fateful day
with the baking tray
placed in the oven
heated to govern
the cooking of which
was a dinner pitch
for that very night
with the stars so bright
in the sky above
everyone would love
who were invited
and be delighted
on that occasion
without persuasion
to share in some feast
not saying the least
that could've been said
if it was just bread
with a bowl of stew
for some hungry crew.
And so it happened
they were all fattened
by the food they ate
as they supped 'till late
and when the time came
the guests couldn't blame
the chef or the host
for the chicken roast
and the side dishes
which pleased the wishes
of all the guests there
who enjoyed the fare
with many a thanks
without any blanks
and there it ended
the night presented.
All the guests who came
did not leave the same
because of the food
eaten that was good.
-------------------
Sep 30, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 at 10:16 PM UTC
A human jawbreaker
With a layer for every occasion
And a center just for you.
Oct 6, 2020
Oct 6, 2020 at 2:53 PM UTC
A steed agreed to carry me
across the land of foreign hands
so that I could wed beneath the stars
to a maiden who had my heart
although it was an auspicious occasion
she was not committed to this relation
for she had already set her sights
upon those same starry lights.
★★★★★
Unbeknownst to me and what we agreed
she promised her hand to anothers band
where she would shine as bright as stars
and I would be left with a shattered heart
for this truly would be a rare occasion
to witness the birth of a new sensation
one known to some as love of light
as you look upon a starry night.
Jul 16, 2020
Jul 16, 2020 at 7:27 PM UTC
we been through a lot together...
nobody says it's forever
Apr 23, 2020
Apr 23, 2020 at 5:43 PM UTC
Eid Al Adha;
Eid of Sacrifices
and the celebratory end of Hajj.
Purity abides around their heart
as souls are blessed with the
sown seeds of joy.
Allah hu Akbar;
takbir echoes
as devotees congregate in
every mosque nearby.
They wear embellished clothes,
extending their hearts to one another
and capturing the ecstasy
in every single encounter.
Sentiments are reciprocated,
and gratitude is manifested
on such an occasion
as we recall the origins of the
reason we sacrifice;
and that is to follow the order of Allah,
as Prophet Ibrahim did.
Aug 12, 2019
Aug 12, 2019 at 12:03 PM UTC
#*You wore a smile
Genuine and warm
It reflected in your eyes
Jaded now
Somewhat faded
Like your favourite red dress
You bought at first glance
Safely tucked away
An occasional wear
Rise to the occasion
Don’t follow fashion
Laundered and perfumed
Wear it on a crazy day
Accessorise well
The smile you wore
Never out of fashion
Follow your passion*#
Jan 9, 2019
Jan 9, 2019 at 6:48 AM UTC
Vivifying my darkness
I embraced the touch of truth
falling on this occasioned selflove
Jan 2, 2019
Jan 2, 2019 at 12:54 AM UTC
I carry a mask in my purse
for special occasions.
Turns out
wherever there’s people
there:
occasion
Dec 20, 2018
Dec 20, 2018 at 7:24 PM UTC
You may not know but how she had to bear the pain for 9 months with no complains; carrying us in her womb.
You may not know but how she watched us grow old, making sure we are well fed and healthy.
You may not know but behind closed doors, she bears tired eyes and sore bones, yet she never complains.
You may not know but she is proud even when we aren't at our best; she knows we've tried hard.
You may not know but she is always looking after us, even when we no longer live in the same household.
You may not know but she loves us, even when she is at a better place.
Happy Mother's Day.
May 10, 2015
May 10, 2015 at 9:41 AM UTC
I knew he was special,
over what you call sanity,
he is still admirable.
Among his rejection,
I guess I just had to make sure that
craving him secretly,
was all I could possibly do.
Mar 8, 2015
Mar 8, 2015 at 1:01 AM UTC