The Food of Dreams
SHYAMACHARAN Karmakar
Kolkata, West Bengal
Last night, oh what a feast I had!
Shibe, the taste still makes me glad.
Meat, pulao, kheer, sweets galore—
Such flavors, I wish for more!
Shibe asked, "Where did you dine?
Who fed you such a meal divine?
Or did you sneak into some place,
And steal this food with silent grace?"
Fotik laughed, "Believe me, friend,
No theft or crime did I intend.
If stealing was my only way,
Would I be begging every day?
Who would serve such pricey treats?
No one’s that kind on these streets!
I walk the honest path, you see,
That feast came in a dream to me!"