Even the fairy tales ingrained in my mind,

Joys of life lay in the riches of every kind,

A poor Cinderella marrying a rich prince ,

Who didn’t even recognise her in rags,

Drooling over  treasures found by the laity ,

Imagined  I that here lay the gaiety,

Life’s harsh lessons made me realise,

Every little joy comes with a sweet price,

Our friends and families keep us in good cheer,

Make others smile ,you will have no fear,

Just like a ball bounced on the wall ,

Returns with interest joy big or small .

Sarika khullar