Many people make common mistake- they assume work is their life. They identify themselves with the glory of the professional post. In the journey of life, they miss many things. Towards end of life they realise their mistake. But is too late. Message of the poem is " Work to live, not live to work" - Shirish Ravan
He reached office early at 8 AM
He worked late until 8 PM
Working for twelve hours was his pride
He forced subordinates to follow his stride
He was off the home when kids were sleeping
While he returned, they were busy studying
Time never stops and routine becomes habit
He kept running as if, tortoise challenged a rabbit
He found an excuse, ‘its for family welfare’
But he had no time to offer ‘love’ and ‘care’
Twenty years later, turned back to life
He found no place amongst his kids and wife
Then he thought his colleagues might care
But troubled subordinates had no time to spare
He had no choice but start again at 8 AM
Alas… he had to be there until 8 PM
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