Lekhny composition -21-Feb-2022

                            LOST IN THE DARK TUNNEL

One summer vacation, I went out with my parents for a vacation. Being notorious, I ran all over like a naughty kitten. Though my parents tried to control me, I was yet all over the place. Since we had been on an international trip, we were out of the room most of the time visiting places. Our mornings would be energetic and evenings too tired. One fine morning, we enthusiastically went out to visit places.  The weather was fantastic, and the calm wind blew. Sun rose, spreading its orange rays everywhere. Birds woke up with the rising sun and sang songs welcoming the sun. We were delighted and enthusiastic to visit places. We enjoyed the animal safari, park, and many other exciting places.  

All the visits were so exhausting that we had to pull our legs to reach our hotel literally. While returning, we were so weary that we thought we would drop out dead on the street itself. Mom and dad went forward, and I was lingering behind them. I was attracted to a nest and observed it, not realizing that my parents had walked off. Two small baby sparrows were chirping, peeping through their mom’s wings. They were so sweet and mesmerizing that I went on staring at them.  After a long time, I realized that I was left alone in a long narrow tunnel. I froze. I was so petrified that even my scream did not come out. I was left terrified and shivering. It was dark, with dim light reaching me. Water rolled out of my eyes and nose, and a cold wave passed through my spine. My legs refused to carry me. When I had lost all hope, I did not comprehend what to do. I did not know the address of the hotel even. No human being was seen in that dark and damp tunnel. I was on the verge of unconscious when I saw a bright ray of light coming towards me. It was my mom and dad. I wept out of happiness and embraced them, feeling celestial and bliss. I hugged them and promised myself never to leave them. My dad lifted me, and I slept on his shoulder like never before.

Even today, I get lost in such dark tunnels of depressing thoughts and feelings. I see no path ahead of me, and everything seems vague and blurred. Ill feelings and pessimism fill my mind and heart. I go blank and see nothing ahead of me. The dark tunnel of sorrow and pain rules me. Suddenly, when I find no way to go, a slight ray of hope shines in front of me. I think of that fearful night when I was lost. It gives me new hope and courage to move forward. It enlightens my life. It makes me relive again with optimism and courage.

Life is magnificent. Everybody has their share of darkness and brightness. Never lose trust when darkness surrounds you and wait eagerly for the brightness.

NOOR TABASSUM.

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