Here’s an evocative poem about a caring dog and a villainous man, by Harinder, exclusively for Different Truths.
That day I returned late from work The streets were empty, and it was pitch dark I nervously started walking alone I pretended to talk on the phone A dog started following me I started walking hurriedly I was scared, and I trembled in fright I thought he was about to bite But I was attacked from the front With an object big and blunt I fell with a thud on the road The villain had a smile broad I could not see his face as the lights were dim But I saw the dog pouncing on him The dog chased the two-legged animal away And came back to see if I was okay As he licked the hands of this dame I hung my head down in shame.
Picture design by Anumita Roy, Different Truths
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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