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A View From The Terrace

  As I slowly open the gate

That creaks with delight 

My eyes are allowed to feast upon 

A beautiful sight.

Rows of buildings,

Huddled together 

Going on and on until 

It fades into forever.

And the clothesline dancing 

To the pleasant breeze 

The clothes flapping 

In the wind with ease.

The shirts wave their sleeves 

Flossing to the airy music 

The pants wiggle their legs 

The wind still mystic;

The sun hides behind the clouds

Casting a noteworthy glow 

And the wind, forever,

Continues to flow. 

The buildings, however 

Remain erect 

But I know that they too, furtively 

Enjoy the effect.

The sky, so high, 

Graceful, never-ending

And me, still at the terrace,

Standing there, dreaming.

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  1. T.SrinivasanMay 27, 2025 at 12:20 AM

    Terrace a comfortable zone which gives many thoughts.you have given a beautiful poem giving picturisation of clothes, buildings, clouds,sun and the wind through words. Excellent Shriyandhaa . Enjoy your terrace and dream.
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