Poem: On Drifting Apart
By Dr. Archan Mehta
It is time to say good-bye, but I don’t
Know why I sigh when I shake hands
With you: maybe it is because I feel
Blue at the thought that we may never
Meet again, friend. We go back a long
Way: we used to be children at play,
Floating paper boats on a clear, blue lake.
For your sake, I remember how I would
Offer you a piece of fruit to satisfy your
Hunger and, to quench your thirst, a glass
Of water too. We were true to our childhood
Once upon a time, but, sadly, time has
Moved on and so must we: parting feels
Almost like it is written in our destiny.
Even so, I will keep hope alive and stay
Optimistic about our chances to meet again:
We are soul travelers and, therefore, eternal friends.
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Dr. Archan Mehta has earned a PhD. in Management. Currently, Dr. Mehta is a Freelance Writer and Consultant based in India. Over the years, Dr. Mehta’s creative work has been featured in numerous publications in India, U.K., USA, South Africa and the Middle East. In his free time, Dr. Mehta likes to stroll in the outdoors, party with close friends, listen to music and stay on top of current events. Dr. Mehta is also fond of meditation. Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Mehta at