Dear Jodhpur,
It seems that my recent public announcements openly advertising my love for Delhi has pushed you towards taking a gratuitous stand against me bordering near callous indifference. I regret that and want to vehemently reassert that wherever I may go or dwell or take a fancy of a place in the offing, you will always be my first love, the place that shapes my very existence.
Over the past week, I have been trying to revisit my lost ties with your essence in more than one way or the other. I have frequented old spots where I used to loiter as an adolescent with my dear friends. I have eaten at a few places that have become synonymous with Marwari cuisine and delicacies. I indulged in the usual banter and gossip that form the character of a layman Jodhpuri. I have even gone to the extent of retracing the gradual solidification of my understanding of the city's geography by revisioning select angular views of the fort, the palace, the Clock Tower and other imposing city landmarks.
Yet, you remain ever evasive. Please come back to me. With each passing day, I realise that I belong to you in every respect. The sheer delay in the unification of our souls is caused by your vindictive stance. Please put away your harsh retribution and welcome me with open arms. I am one of your children. Shower upon me my share of wine, women, friends, wonders, tales, memories, grace, fortune and secrets. Please. I am in need of another birth, my mother......
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