Amarjit Chandan has a pretty wild biography, but his poetry is often focused on place and memory – with his hometown of Nakodar appearing repeatedly. His poem “Uncle Mohan Singh” recounts, with a sort of dreaminess, a memory of the titular uncle playing the accompaniment to a silent film. Today, we’d like to challenge you to write your own poem that recounts a memory of a beloved relative, and something they did that echoes through your thoughts today.
Happy writing!
Notes:
When death is imminent, Hindus place the person on a clean mat on the floor as it is believed that it helps the spirit to reconnect with the earth's energy for a smooth transition to the next life.
Such a moving portrait of love through ordinary care. I really loved how memory, food, and loss braid together here. The ending is heartbreaking and beautifully handled.
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Thank you :)
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ReplyDeletePerfect, Arti... how could it not be, with such a memory... YAM xx
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DeleteA moving tribute for a generous soul! Chacha's love will live in our hearts for ever!
ReplyDeleteLove you Seema. xx
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