I Want to Run- in Response to Brenda Arledge's Word Prompt Memories
Misbah enjoys poetry and loves to convey the messages of Love through her poems.
The treasure of Memories
The Background Story
Brenda Arledge's week 17 word prompt, "Memories," inspired me to write this poem. Brenda, thank you so much for the wonderful prompt. You've inspired me once again. I hope everyone enjoys my response to the word prompt.
“Memories warm you up from the inside. But they also tear you apart.”
— –Haruki Murakami
The Time Machine
I will make a time machine
To live that back what all I miss
Listening to stories at night time,
Sleeping on my mother’s lap
Memories of my school days
Every day was full of play
No worries about anything
Knowing not what they will say
Life is getting complex now,
No more skipping ropes do I skip
No more dolls are my friends
I miss those old days now
There’s no, dear diary, I write now,
Grandma isn’t alive now
She is not here to kiss my forehead
I miss her presence when I get hurt now
Grandpa was the love of my life
Always shining always bright
Waiting for him to come back home
Little treats of chocolates he gives,
I miss now
The world was different before
Sitting on my father’s shoulder
Feeling like I am sitting on the throne
I miss those old days now
Catching butterflies from the garden
Letting the ladybird crawl on my palm
The tickling effects I can’t forget
Let me live in that sweet past now
Feeding my parrots was all fun
I really want from my present to run
Innocence I wish always to remain
I am tired of this world’s political game
Hugging my teddy bear when I sleep
Waking up with no doubts and worries
Collecting stamps and coloring books
Day and nights full of gladness
Pink panther, dollhouse, and dolls
All were arranged near the wall
Playing the whole day was a fun
Please, someone, help me to run
College days were also joyous
Thinking I am the most melodious
Singing songs with my friends
Having lunch while sitting on the bench
My college stairs near to the corridor
My favorite place to sit and draw
Near to the corridor was the fine arts lab
Sitting on donkey chair,
holding a canvas in hand
Carrying brushes and pencils in my hair bun
Teachers appreciate, little work done
Drawing and Painting with friends was fun
Oh my goodness I want to run
The world is getting advance now
Let’s pause and play, rewind and forward
Moments of life are not well cherished now
Thousands of thoughts bother now
I want to go to the past, would stay there forever
Where grandma and grandpa were alive,
When chocolates and candies were my treats
Playing and dancing were all fun
The time machine is not in working mode
The idea of making it is very old
I am sure it will be made someday
For this, Let’s just hope and pray
We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories. Some take us forward, they're called dreams.
— Jeremy Irons
My memories from childhood are still vivid in my mind. I long for those carefree days of my childhood. Time, like a butterfly, flies by. Every one of us has our own personal time machine. Some memories take us back in time, while others keep us moving forward.
This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional.
© 2021 Misbah Sheikh
Comments
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 18, 2021:
Linda, thank you very much for your great and amazing comment. I'd like to relive my childhood as well. I truly wish if there was a time machine that could take me back in time so that I could experience my grandparents' love once more. I'm happy you liked the poem.
Many Blessings and Love, dear friend
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 18, 2021:
Thank you so much for the appreciation, Devika. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Blessings and Peace
Devika Primić from Dubrovnik, Croatia on June 18, 2021:
Beautiful Misbah so much of thought here and I enjoyed reading your work
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 18, 2021:
Thank you so much, my dear sister, Amara. I am glad you liked it. May Allah bless you and keep you healthy and safe. I am glad you enjoyed reading it.
Love and Blessings
Amara from Pakistan on June 18, 2021:
Its a lovely write up Misbah.. I enjoyed reading it..
Keep up your good work dear sis.. Allah bless you always..
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 18, 2021:
Ha Ha!! Brenda, I will notify you when it will be ready. I am just trying to make it. Everything is ready. I just need the engine to give it a start. It's out of stock on Amazon... Lol
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 18, 2021:
Hi Vanita, I am glad you enjoyed reading my poem. You are right, they are there always within and we can always visit whenever we want. Stay safe and healthy.
Blessings and Love
BRENDA ARLEDGE from Washington Court House on June 17, 2021:
Misbah
Do you got a time machine?
Let me know when & where...we would have a blast.
Vanita Thakkar on June 17, 2021:
Vivid, lively descriptions of your childhood memories and college days. They are there within always to visit whenever you want. Nice poem, Misbah in response to Brenda’s word prompt on memories.
Linda Crampton from British Columbia, Canada on June 17, 2021:
I wish a time machine did exist. I would love to visit relatives who are dead and see places that were important to me in the past. Thank you for sharing this poignant poem, Misbah.
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thank you so much, Vidya. I am glad you liked it. Yes, beautiful and cheerful childhood memories always help us to keep going in difficult times.
Much Love!!
Blessings always
VIDYA D SAGAR on June 17, 2021:
Lovely response to Brenda's word prompt, Misbah. Childhood memories are ever green and remembering them, keep us going in this stressful times. I loved the quote by Jeremy Iron. Thanks for sharing.
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thank you so much for your lovely and insightful comment, Brenda. I am glad you enjoyed the poem. Your childhood memories are so sweet. I truly wish to go back and live my childhood once again. Let's go together. Take care and stay happy and healthy
Love and Blessings
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thanks a lot for your kind comments and for taking the time to read, Tobe. I am glad you liked it.
Blessings
BRENDA ARLEDGE from Washington Court House on June 17, 2021:
Misbah
You poem, "The Time Machine" speaks clearly about wanting to turn time backwards.
How life was so simple when you were young.
Your only care in the world was to play & have fun.
Knowing your parents & grandparents were there for you.
There's no more skipping rope like you used too.
I love this poem. I used to have a teddy bear too..my favorite of all my stuffed animals.
I called her Rosie & took her everywhere.
If only life could be that simple again.
But then again...I try my best to shelter myself from the cruel parts of the world.
I even like dancing in the rain if it's not pouring down.
Kerp a little bit of that kid spirit inside of you...I know it will always be a part of you.
Dream big.
I will post link in the word prompt article.
Peace Tobe Dike from Delta State, Nigeria. on June 17, 2021:
This is a wonderful response to the prompt..thank you for letting us in your childhood memories...I loved the poem. Good job!
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Mr. Bill, thank you so much for your kind, motivational and generous words, I am truly blessed to have a friend like you. I wish and pray every happiness for you. God bless you and your love ones. Stay happy, healthy and smiling
Sending you lots of Blessings
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Chitra Di, thanks for the beautiful comment. I love that ghazal by Jagjit Singh ji. I would love to mention few lines,
Kadi dhoop mein apne ghar se nikalna
Wo chidiya wo bulbul wo thithli pakadna
I love “koi faryaad” by jagjit singh as well. Much Love, Di. I am glad you liked it.
Stay happy, healthy and safe
Lots of Love and Blessings
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thanks a lot, Eman. I am glad you liked it.
Many Blessings and Love
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thanks a lot for the kind words, MsDora. You are so right. These beautiful memories do keep us calm when the stresses of present days become too much to bear.
Stay well and happy
Lots of Love and Blessings to you
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Dear Pamela, thank you so much. I'm delighted you enjoyed it and were able to relate it to your childhood memories. Grandparents are the lovely Blessings of God. I wish I could get them back in my life. Stay safe and smiling
Love and Blessings
Bill Holland from Olympia, WA on June 17, 2021:
I hope, one day soon, you go skip rope again. I hope, one day soon, you purchase a teddy bear and give him a hug at night time. Do not let your childhood disappear. Keep it fresh. It will comfort you during the hard times, which surely will come.
Blessings always, my talented friend!
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thank you so much, Rozlin. My grandfather died when I was only 8, although, I was very young at that time still I remember every single moment I spent with him. He used to give me coffee candies when he returns home. I truly wish I can get him back in my life.
Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts
I am glad you liked it. Stay happy and safe
Blessings and Love
Chitrangada Sharan from New Delhi, India on June 17, 2021:
Hello Misbah!
Beautiful response to the word prompt.
I loved going through your poem, which brought back my childhood memories too. Those carefree, stress free days. Reminds me of the gazal by the legendary Jagjit Singh Ji, ‘Woh kagaz ki kashti, wo baarish ka paani—.’ You may have heard this one.
Thank you for sharing this lovely poem.
Nian from Pakistan on June 17, 2021:
Amazing poem, Misbah. Thanks for sharing.
May God bless you!
Dora Weithers from The Caribbean on June 17, 2021:
Thanks, Misbah. These sweet memories keep us sane when the pressures of these present days are so overwhelming.
Pamela Oglesby from Sunny Florida on June 17, 2021:
This is beautiful poem, Misbah, and a lovely response to Brenda's prompt. It is so nice to think of those memories we have with out grandparents. Many of mine our similar to yours.
Love and blessings.
Rozlin from UAE on June 17, 2021:
Beautiful poem, Misbah. I love the line grandpa was the love of my life... waiting for him to get back home... little treats...my grandpa used to do the same...he used to get chocolate while returning for me and my siblings...he is not alive now. Thanks for sharing this beautiful poem. Stay safe and healthy.
Blessings and lots of love
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
Thanks a lot for your beautiful comment, Rosina. I am pleased to know that you enjoyed reading it. Thanks for joining me on this trip. Take care and stay safe and happy
Lots of Love and Blessings
Misbah Sheikh (author) from "a Serene Land" (This Existence Is an Illusion) on June 17, 2021:
John, thank you very much for your kind and generous comment. I wish I could go back in time and relive those days; I believe we all wish to do this at some point in our lives. If the time machine will ever invent, I think, I would be the first one to travel on it… Lol… I'm happy you enjoyed it. Stay safe and happy.
Blessings always
Rosina S Khan on June 17, 2021:
Lovely, commendable poetry going into the playful detailed memories of your childhood. I thoroughly enjoyed it. A splendid response to Brenda's word prompt-Memories. Thank you for sharing. All the very best.
John Hansen from Gondwana Land on June 17, 2021:
Wonderful poetry, Misbah. Thank you for sharing those memories with us, and I hope that one day the time machine is invented and becomes a reality. Blessings.
