Ode to Santro

 

I had not imagined that time would dangle a trump

to make a choice, our throat choked with a lump.

As we all do, much against our wish, dear,

You too fell to ageing with each passing year.

It is not an ode that I am happy to write or sing,

but I do want to place on record my dear Santro xing

The countless occasions of thrill and joy

that you did give us, our dear little tallboy!

When we learnt driving on good and bad roads

You gave us confidence to face all odds.

Solo or family, relaxed or in a hurry

Hitting the road with you was always fun and merry.

So many memorable outings that you helped us do,

You took us happily wherever we wanted to.

Shopping, sight-seeing, vacationing or pilgrimage,

You were our home, not just a metal cage.

During her college, you were a paradise gate

for my daughter and her bubbling classmates

I keep smiling at the cabin paradox

Of the silent me, and the rest, chatterbox!

Many important events all you have seen

Such a great companion to us you have been!

With your wheels ever on motion

My family witnessed many a promotion.

You took our daughter to her in-laws’ place.

You brought our grand-daughter with care and grace.

You saw our son going places for study

You have travelled with him strong and steady.

You gelled with us to become part of our life

The journey with you has been smooth and safe.

There have been instances when you took a hit,

But Providence saw to it you never hurt us even a bit.

We have travelled several ups and occasional downs.

Glad or sad, its the moments with you that really counts.

The further we look back to where our memory gets,

Our hearts get heavy that you helped even our pets!

We will live with memories of the lovely times

You gave us plenty in your youthful prime.

Be the same caring type where you go dear,

Being happy with you is all we want to hear.

Sep 30, 2022