season of sweat and harvest,
the sun’s burning zeal unfolds,
rivers dry, earth cracks;
labourers sigh seeking mercy
dawn arrives early with burning rays aglow,
noon’s intensity leaves all in a shimmer.
evenings dull, with no respite at sight,
tea and coffee fail to revive
drenched and parched, thirst unappeased,
longing for rain, hearts unease
heat envelops, a burning, fierce grasp;
more than a mere bath, a soothing coolness to clasp.
sweat, like a river, flows with no resting place,
birds flit, flutter, in search of water.

nature’s cycle, a story to portray,
of summer’s fury and its gentle way.
its kindness shows in the fruit-laden tree,
ripened jackfruits, and mangoes with a sweet face.
golden hues and sweet aromas fill the air,
pomegranates burst with juicy flair.
a symphony of flavours in the summer’s light,
trees stand tall like sentinels bright.

summer’s duality, a reminder to admire,
the fiery heat and the fruitful bloom’s fire.
a tale of hardship and grace,
etched in time, in every place.

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Beena E. S is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at Nesamony Memorial Christian College, Marthandam. She has published a novel titled “Thorns of Love.” Additionally, her numerous poems have been featured in reputable platforms, including Indian Periodicals, RIC journal, and the Wingword Long List 2023. One of her poems also appeared in the December 2023 issue of Beetle magazine.