Sweet precious, Rukmai!!

The minutes, hours and days have rolled by,
The monthly rituals highlighted the months gone past, without you beside;

Although the period in time has been a year,
The overwhelming memories have kept you so near;

The hows and whys keep cropping up, disturbing the mental state;
But ours is not to seek answers, but believe in Almighty Fate;

Your dimpled smile and words are longed to be seen and heard;
My child, it seems surreal you left without a parting word!

I’ve heard and read that Lord Krishna rules each one’s life,
So what better to trust in Him and tackle the path of strife?

You were a part of our lives, this is a blessing forever cherished,
You’re always with us as your memories are relived and nourished;

We believe you’re on another plane at Sree Krishna’s domain,
So it’s only a brief separation till we meet again!

–Sandhya Vasudev