Guess Who I am

 Guess Who I am

 

I live less,

But I can help a poet complete a poem.

 

I live less,

But I can help a lyricist complete lyrics.

 

I live less,

But I can help a student complete an essay.

 

I live less,

But I can help a couple enjoy a dinner on the rooftop.

 

I live less,

But I can help someone cook in the kitchen.

 

I live less,

But I can help a family unite in the drawing hall.

 

I live less,

But I can help revolutionaries draft a plan for a protest.

 

I live less,

But I can remove darkness for a while.

 

I live less,

But I can give life to my friend to continue what I can do.

 

I melt.

I burn.

I can remove darkness.

I am a candle — a symbol of sacrifice.

 

My need is felt when darkness prevails.

I am less in demand due to modern electricity and power backup devices.

 

When the news of a storm breaks, I am there on the list.

Though ancient, I am still relevant.

 

M.L. Narendra Kumar