Are there Takers?
Divya John
Assistant Professor, Department of English
SSN College of Engineering, Chennai
Happy you’re to part with
The warmth of your love
Your generous radiance
To all of us.
Amidst the glowing stars
High above I notice you’re
Stark lonely in the crowd.
No one sees you there
Or your blazing face
Despite your sacrifice
All day long.
Your half-day absence
Makes your presence felt
For the light you provide.
Are you tired of burning?
Do you mind bartering
Your duty with someone
For a change?
Are you content giving?
Would you go on forever
Giving yourself endlessly?
‘Yes, if there are takers,’
Said the Sun with a smile.