Poetry 2012 Longlist, Jyoti Dwivedi

Will You Be There?

When I get my moon,
Hope the moment comes soon,
And it’s time to enjoy the light,
Will you be there?
Why?
Just to share…

When my looks are awesome,
And people say ‘how come?’
Although I’m not sure,
Will you be there?
Why?
Just to confirm…

When life is a hard nut,
And inner world seems ‘best to shut’,
Smiles get habitual of lying,
Will you be there?
Why?
Just to listen…