SMILE

Smile, they say, is contagious
Yet...
You refuse to return my smile
You search for hidden meanings

Who is he?
Why is the smile?
What does he want?

Lost in your quest for reason
Is a glorious moment when
A lifelong bond can blossom

Smile is a blessing
Only unto the humanity

Hence dear stranger
Unlock your lips
Let it curl a bit
Add some warmth in eyes
Smile
Not for this
Not for that
Just for the sake of smile.

== Subramanya Selva ==

Published in Daily News - 26.10.2016