The longing inside a glance*
I don't want to show my emotional side
But any memory of my parents makes me teary eyed
I wanted the time to seize on the final goodbye
Death is the only truth but often to ourselves we lie
The last glance felt as if I long for more
The realisation broke my heart that no hugs anymore
I was the princess of my home
Now the four walls also felt so alone
Google photos flash so many memories
And I connect to joyful stories
They waited for my call and me too longed to speak
Being around them was my happiest self at peak
The last glance of mom was calm just like a little baby in sleep
Her beautiful eyes were closed but hugs I gave her heartfelt and deep
My dad always was childlike and sweet
He loved when I got him lot of goodies to eat
The last time I met him he was happy to know I was there
I didn't want to leave him but soon he left and I found him nowhere
I long for the glance once more
I love them from my hearts core
The longing inside a glance when I see them in photo frame
All I need is a hug and mom's hand food same to same
I miss their voice messages and video calls and endless talks over phone
The happiness they felt when I would be coming home
My pets too who would surround me with all kisses and playfulness
The home is filled now with emptiness
As I am attached to all things too as it has memory
The longiness to not part way but giving up with a soft sorry
I wish that my parents come to take me along with them finally when it's time
I long for their one final glance with heartfelt smile !!!
✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath
23 Feb 2026
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