Daughter

To my daughter, Akshata.

Beyond all joys lies your smile

Hours with you seem like a while
 Heart skips a beat every time you fumble

Moments fill with glee when you vaguely mumble

Chest fills with pride every time you run

I'd fall ten times to save you from one

Thorns prick my heart when i hear you say bye

In the silence of my solitude, i remember and cry

Innocence in your eyes melts my heart

How do I express, where do I start?
Your chuckle is where my happiness begins

Troubles have forgotten me ever since

I thank the Lord for painting my life golden

Of all the homes, he chose mine to brighten 

- Deepak Karamungikar