I am ready
To be sacrificed
On the altar of love.
I watch with fascination
As my body is sanctified
Sandalwood paste
Making my skin, smooth and fragrant
Sprinkled holy water
Falls like cold rain
Drops adorn me
Like dew on flower petals
I wait
Night is approaching fast
Flutter of wings
Matches the flutter of heart.
I watch
As the bird of pray swoops down
I inhale his smell
I know him
From some past , may be.
I watch
As it feasts
On bits of me
I feel no pain
Just curiosity
How much of me will remain
After love has taken all.
(C) Sunita Jugran