I wish I was the first dawning
to arouse you from a deep slumber
Rising in intensity like sun rays
a tender warmth across your face.
I wish I was the water
to glide freely into your palms
Hastily in the fear of loss
a splash of gentle freshness.
I wish I was the dew studded grass
to tickle your bare feet
Teasing with prickly edges
rekindling a lost dream.
I wish I was the air
to linger around you for just a moment
Just one breath of air
unnoticed and yet essential.
- Niharika Prasad
- Niharika Prasad
