Alone I bloom ..

Loneliness smiles softly now,

It taught me company,

Waiting polished my joy,

Time learned my rhythm,

Longing made space bright,

Sighs turned into laughter,

Watching sharpened wonder.

Enduring grew gratitude,

I am now full of patience,

Even alone, I bloom,

The heart is generous,

Silence feels friendly.;

Missing sweetens presence,

I trust arrivals,

I trust myself,

Loneliness waves from afar,

No longer needed,

Only remembered.

I stand light-footed.

Open, unafraid,

Love feels possible,

Joy practices quietly,

Hope hums nearby,

The door stands open,

I am already home.

©®Madhumita