The Evening

...amidst the happy chirping,
A cry suppressed within.
Bewildered and lost
Huddled making its way
To the clouds drifting away.

Sun plunged happily,
Behind the mountain.
Infants in unison
Cried to reach their mothers.

The dust settled down,
Smoke rose from the chimneys.
Boys on the street,
Girls safe with their fathers
Singing and playing.

Silhouettes’ fading,
The mind pondered.
Emptiness carved the emotions,
Still on the bed I lay
And the heart wandered.

Footprints coming and going,
Noise lingered through the air.
Acquaintances disappeared,
In the dark night
Dreams all aloof
Desolate soul gasped for breath.

Breeze uncovered the moon,
Twinkles brightened.
The eye felt moist again,
I woke up -
The evening still lingered...