Harinder’s poem is about a restless soul’s yearning for enlightenment that laments worldly distractions and desires true devotion, exclusively for Different Truths.

The clock is ticking.
And I am wasting time
Busy in the ways of the mortal world
Yes! I am a "caged bird",
Caged in the lust for luxuries,
Caged in grief and misery,
That arises from greed and avarice,
Lord! Bless me, please.
May I chant only thy name?
May my heart and mind be tamed.
May I think good all the time?
For thinking badly is also a crime
Please make my heart your abode
Show me how to walk on the righteous road,
I am a clay model of imperfections and vanity,
Bless me with wisdom and sanity
Spare my soul from eternal suffering,
Bless me, dear Lord!
The clock is ticking.

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Harinder Cheema

Harinder Cheema is a renowned poetess and an internationally published author. Her novel, 'The Temple Stop' received 'The Best Book of the Year Award 2020' by Aghaaz, Author in You. She is the co-author of 17 poetry anthologies. Her short stories have been published in the coffee table books. Her articles have been published in various international magazines, and she has also received many prestigious honours and awards in the field of literature.

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