SPARKLES

SHIJNA

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Contents 1. Chapter 1

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2. Chapter 2

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3. The Rhythm Of Rain

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4. Chapter 4

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5. The Rose

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6. Chapter 6

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7. The Torment

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8. The Perpetual Spirit

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9. The Demise

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10. Chapter 10

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11. Chapter 11

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12. Lost In The Woods

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13. Chapter 13

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14. Chapter 14

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15. Chapter 15

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16. Chapter 16

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17. Chapter 17

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18. Chapter 18

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19. Chapter 19

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20. Chapter 20

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21. Chapter 21

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22. Chapter 22

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23. Chapter 23

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24. Chapter 24

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Contents 25. Chapter 25

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26. The Nightmare

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27. Chapter 27

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28. The Adieu Of A Leaf

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29. Chapter 29

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ONE The pages of the book that cannot be edited, that cannot be re-written, Not even alter a single letter,, It’s a fictional one and sometimes a drama. We act accordingly to the tunes of the words of each pages, that cannot be erased. It’s the book written by the almighty, and we call it ‘fate’ Nothing more than the folio of this book would happen, and everyday we turn the pages of it, longing for the best!!!!

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TWO Like the floating leaves, His mind scatters in the air, Lost in thoughts,in a dilemma to fix it, Like the torn pages of a book, Devastated by his exasperated dreams.... That are inaccessible, Had he choose the wrong path or was it the will of God?? He sighed for the opportunities that confronted him, but cannot be grabbed. Chances can hardly wait for us, Once lost it is vanished forever .... He turns the pages of his life, And walks into the riddle of twist and turns.. Smiling everytime hiding his tears ...

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The Rhythm of Rain It started to drizzle, the tiny water drops embraces me, I am just a pluviophile,who enjoys every downpour. Each droplets cuddles me, I listen to it,like a berceuse. Drags me into the mystery of unsolved puzzles of my life, like unwrapping of the folded leaf. I was once the ‘queen’of my ‘empire’, Empowered with boons and good fortunes, the centre of attraction of all, Reached at the peak of happiness in my life, graced with beauty, spirit and tenacity. But unfortunately,all of a sudden,I gone astray, I crumble down... Into the world of little to nothing. Let this rain,wash away my pain.... And the strength to gain ground...

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FOUR The silence makes her catastrophically doomed and fall into the well of recession. Disgusted by the heart-rending ignorance, the words and faces that pierce her heart, made her bawl uncontrollably, laying at the verge of death,counting her days wrecked by her illness,stock-still Nobody to take care of,all alone. She reminisced each little word that wounded her heart more than her illness. The ’stage' of her miserable life ring down the curtain drawing to its end. Floundering hard to put a smile on her face for the rest of the few days to rest in peace .

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FIVE

The Rose Oh Thou, engrossing allure, You are Red as my blood the flower of eternal love, Pure and elegant, embracing the beetles around, giving your love. You speaks of love silently in a language known to the heart, Your thorns never dwindle your beauty It’s a defence for those who steal the blossom, Your charm captivates the eyes, throws light to the heart, I wish I could be just like you, blooming each day with hope, Like the pure love, Your fragrance remains forever, even when you are scorched...!!!

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SIX The Daffodiles bloom Enchanting their beauty, Fascinated by their elegance, I wish I were like them, Just as pure and alluring, I wish I were like a child, No worries no frustrations, No pains, no gains, Reliving those beautiful days, which want be back again.. I wish I were the waves, That flows cheerfully for no reason. I wish I were the stars, that twinkle and smile throughout their lives...

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SEVEN

The Torment Far across the mountains, Lay the giggling brook, Beneath the river, the flowers bloom endowed with its beauty, I stood near the brook, Astonished by the lullaby of water, Every time the wind passes kissing me, Memorizes me of the hardships faced, My shattered dreams..., My eyes filled with tears, My heart overwhelmed with grief, sorrow But nevertheless, all the beauty of nature, the birds chirping, beetles flying, Indulging in them Makes my mind ●7●

SPARKLES

calm,... relax Ease out of all pain, To move ahead...

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EIGHT

The Perpetual Spirit Wherever I go, I feel you accompanying me, Making me dreadful and appalling Whenever I close my eyes, I see you drenching into untold dreams, driving me to restless nights, You are before me each and every time.. Making me to a state of maniac... Who are you?? Who are you??? The perpetual spirit haunting me!!! Are you the shadows of my wistful memories??? The pain, misery and anger feels so unfair, Only, I alone can fight with in this battle. There are no ‘pills’ to vanish this pain to make me happy. I must conflict with it day and night. And surely, someday I will win.

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NINE

The Demise Tears rolled down her cheeks, As she walked through the thorny bushes, Strucked by the games of the almighty, Passing through the most painful departure, Leaving behind a void embedded with laughter, smile, care and advises of her beloved ones. How deliteful life would have been if death was not there?? She sighed!!! But unfortunately it’s the scenario, She is all alone now, She embraced herself with the memories of her beloveds, Making headway to the remaining path of life, Eagerly waiting to meet them in the paradise!!!!

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TEN I flew high to the lanterns floating in the air, I was perplexed at the beauty of the sparkles coming of the lanterns symbolising the new rays of hope. I could see the people anxiously waiting to see it getting up higher. And making their wishes to the stars for new beginnings, new life. To ease out their pain and misery for a delightful life I recalled my mother saying, after death we would come to the sky as ‘Stars’... I overheard the yellings and prayers of beloveds too..., I am not with them now, And can’t be with them anymore, Because I am no more..., I am just a star now Leaving behind many unfulfilled wishes and dreams..

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