P C K Prem writes

CRISIS

It is quite possible not to give

an arty definition

to human relations

in an unsafe millennium

that tells Capital

to organize relations.

And so a trend of causality lies

in an age of live-in relations,

in a berth-sharing tie-up.

It is a despicable running

of kindred links,

of no consequence

as coins flaunt.

Men are just tiny toys

in a cane basket

and women force hands down

to stand equal.

It is a glorified importing

of unfamiliar sensibility

into the fabric that is local.

It is a talk of pain

and nostalgia of men

living outside

and yet speaking of rebirth.