As I walked past the roads

I could not see anything else other than you

I closed my eyes when I thought I realized

how much I missed you

everything on my way was just a reflection of you

As I closed my eyes,

even in the darkness of my eyelids

I could see your smiling face

It was as if you were imprinted on me

your smile

your naughtiness

you eyes

everything crystal clear

like a mirror image

I felt I was near you

and extended my hand to touch

yet as I spread out my hands.

I couldn’t touch you

you disappeared like ripples in the water

yet again, you appeared with a smile

inducing a smile on my face

I felt you were moving along with me

like a shadow …that never leaves me

I could feel your presence yet not touch you

I could feel your warmth, yet not be in your arms

I knew you were virtually with me always

as if you were with me holding the umbrella 

and we walked together soaked in the ravishing rain

the strong feel of love was indeed the pulse for me.