Saturday, September 10, 2022

the idly speaks to my daughter

To the 8 year old in Alavakottai

Why do you cry when you see me? 

I am here, an empty canvas
to soak in the sunshine of sambar
the green fire of chutney
the passionate shades of mutton curry 

Yet you say i am
Boring. 
You cry -  Idly Again

I am NEVER idly again

You cannot dip my tip 
and hope to taste paradise. 

I am born for dunking

Nothing and therefore everything
you just need to know
how to paint with me


I an always and only 
Idly Anew



I am nothing 
and therefore everything


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