Poetry

Burning Love By Fiza Pathan Why did you rob my heart old lover? Why then did you break it into a million pieces as if it meant nothing to you? Dearest old love, you were the one to ignite the flame in me but after setting me on fire-you left me for another while I turned to ashes. Still I carry the flaming torch of our love for all to see. My flaming torch of fire … [Read more...] about #Poetry ‘Burning Love’ by Fiza Pathan

The Stubborn Lover By Fiza Pathan I don’t get peaceful sleep at night Because I’ve lost my heart to you. I’ve no peace in my mind because My whole mind is set on making you mine. No one can love you the way I do - I’m obsessed With your handsome face and humble heart. If you ever turn to love another woman, then I Shall dip myself in a cauldron of love and … [Read more...] about #Poetry ‘The Stubborn Lover’ by Fiza Pathan

Nervous By Fiza Pathan Nervous have I been of late but not mad - well not completely mad. How could I be mad - I’m the sorrowful poet, Who can’t sell a piece of poetry Because of the fear that stalks my path wherever I go. I’m being followed by a ghost from my past. It’s a hideous creature with long sharp claws to tear at my flesh, And a black hood to cover his … [Read more...] about #Poetry ‘Nervous’ by Fiza Pathan

The Pauper Poet By Fiza Pathan I have not sold a single piece of poetry to the impoverished. For they do not comprehend art-who can think of the creative goddess, When one is in need of food, clothing and shelter. I too am poor and so I spend my days selling my verses for a rupee. I sit near the station and watch the trains passing by; And it is at this point of time … [Read more...] about #Poetry ‘The Pauper Poet’ by Fiza Pathan

The Impoverished Poet By Fiza Pathan I was selling my poems on the streets last night when I saw you pass by. You look different now but my heart recognized you. You were on the way to the station and were in such a hurry That you didn’t recognize your old lover. I lamented till tears brought me relief My lover has left me behind and has moved on. But I have stayed on … [Read more...] about #Poetry ‘The Impoverished Poet’ by Fiza Pathan