Monika’s evocative poem explores the Moon’s cratered surface as a storytelling tool, showcasing its luminous gaze and cycles, exclusively for Different Truths.

A silent oracle in celestial streams.
In shadows deep, I speak through muted beams,
Murmurs ride on night's tranquil regime.
Hearken closely to the lunar dream.
 
I've witnessed tales since Time's first embrace,
Each crater is a record of life's ephemeral grace.
A celestial scribe in the vast cosmic space,
My phases relay the history of the human race.
 
In crescent slumber or full gleam,
I share reflections on your soul’s grand scheme.
Through wax and wane, a celestial theme,
My silent conversations, a universal seam.
 
So, when darkness falls and stars convene,
Know, in my silence, secrets unseen.

Picture design by Anumita Roy

Monika Ajay Kaul

Born in the breathtakingly beautiful vale of Kashmir, Monika had her schooling there. A postgraduate in Business Management, an academician by profession, she is an art history enthusiast, writes poetry, short stories and paints. An avid reader, mostly biographies and autobiographies. Giving wings to her imagination through beautiful colours and words, she sings and has a following on YouTube.