By Mridula KR
Poem is a narrative that explores the human experience of mortality, highlighting the paradox that the certainty of death can create uncertainty and fear in life. The "expiry date tag" metaphor effectively conveys the anxiety that comes with knowing our time is limited.
The poem's themes of:
1. The inevitability of death
2. The fleeting nature of happiness
3. The paralysis that can come from contemplating mortality
4. The longing for a life without fear of death
are woven together with beautiful imagery and poignant language.
The reference to "Kalchakra" (the wheel of time) adds a layer of depth, suggesting that time is a force beyond human control.
Poem concludes with a life without an "expiry date tag," is both a poignant expression of human desire and a reminder to cherish the present moment.