Us, just us
Here’s an evocative love poem by Nilakshi, as we celebrate the season of fertility and bounty, in Different Truths. Will there be a time When there’ll be usJust usWaiting for...
Floral Memories: Hydrangeas, Garlands, and a Grandmother’s Love
Dr. Ranjana’s poem explores childhood memories of Hydrangeas blooming along the Thames, highlighting their power to connect us to cherished moments and loved ones, exclusively for Different Truths. The...
A Saga of Diwali: Poverty, Love, and Resilience
Dr Molly’s Diwali song evokes childhood memories of a simple village celebrating harvests, while Diwali contrasts with the festive spirit of the wealthy, exclusively for Different Truths. “Ghar, ghar...
The Disappearing Dew
The pastVanishes like the morning dew,And eyes get wet with tears formemories that felt good.The sorrows and the joy ,In an infinite domain of light and shadeilluminate our short...
Caring for the Caregiver
It’s easy to get burned out when you’re caring for a loved one, whether it’s a spouse with a chronic illness or a frail older relative. Taking time for yourself...
Lazy Hazy Days of Sisterhood and Love Not Lost
Ruchira shares her childhood memories with Kolkata cousins, highlighting their support and happiness, but also the decline in sibling bonding in adulthood and more, exclusively for Different Truths. The...
A Garden of Love and Memories Blooms in the Heart
Guna’s evocative poem for Different Truths, explores the enduring magic of Chitralekha, an artist and companion in Mahabharata, who mysteriously disappears leaving behind a beautiful garden. Having painted on...
Put Life into Your Years
A couple of days back, we went for a picnic, to a picturesque country park. One of many in Hong Kong. We set base on top of a hill,...