by M.Mohankumar
Pithy statements,
memorably worded.
I remember a few,
but practise none.
For instance:
1. Catch time by the forelock.
In one swift move
I get hold of it but
it glides away, leaving
only a few strands
in my hand.
2. Slow and steady….
Slow I am, too slow
for the race. My legs
unsteady, I totter,
an arthritic tortoise.
3. Drink life to the lees.
How can I, sir, when,
half way through,
the cup has been dashed
to the ground, and it lies
broken to bits?
Mohankumar has published seven volumes of poetry in English. His poems have appeared in almost all reputed literary magazines in print in India. His first collection of short stories in English will be brought out by Authorspress, Delhi shortly. Mohankumar retired as Chief secretary to Government of Kerala.
