I chose my saree with care
Contrasted the bangles
I painted my lips, for you, my love.
I combed out my hair
Made it shine like raw silk
I polished my nails for you, my love.
I softened my calloused hands
With fragrant oil and cream
Just to caress, caress your body, my love.
I wore those pearl earrings
The ones you loved taking off
With your kisses, oh, soft kisses, my love.
And then I came and I waited
Waited right outside the blue door
The one you locked up, years ago, my love.
Sreeja Mohandas.