I saw a man on the sidewalk
Bright and early today,
Despite his pleasant nature
He had lost his way.
He said, 'Good morning'
And stuck his hand out,
Clutching a flyer to give
With a smile concealing the pout.
In the usual morning bustle
And indifferent fast paced walks,
Amidst the smell of coffee
And work related talks.
People came, people went
A push here and a nudge there,
There was more than just his dignity
That was spilling everywhere.
He stood his stand
Only budging to give way,
To every unthankful bug
Who only lived the corporate day.
No one seemed to care
There were none who smiled,
When he handed out flyer after another
He felt like a ridiculed child.
Hour after hour
He toiled in the yellow,
While the 'Move away!' and 'Goodbye'
Came faster than any 'Hello'.
When did we stop observing
Or breathe a breath or two,
Since when did a breakfast meetings
Begin to matter more?
When did a handshake
Replace a comforting hug,
Since when did we start pulling success
Than giving it a slight tug?
I walked away in a quiet daze
The scene sticking to me like glue,
And nodded in unwilling acceptance
In reality, I am one of them too...
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