Poems by
Venkat

A Father’s Wish

a poem by Venkat

Asked my friend,
“What type of girl
are you looking for your son?”

Tall, or
Short

Fair, or
Tan

Hindu, or
Christian

Housewife, or
Employed

Indian, or
Foreigner

Father replied,
“My only wish
is that my son
should get married to a
girl.”