I am not flexible

 

Sima aunty, are you listening? Poem based on the latest show on Netflix - Indian Matchmaking 

Every relationship is a give and take

With a lot of mutual respect

I am nice that way

But don’t take me for granted

I am not flexible, not compromising my principles is my mandate

 

Respect is to be earned

I don’t care what is your age

Paay laagu,I won’t do unless you are worthy of it in the first place

I am not flexible, not compromising my principles is my mandate

 

Family is a joint venture

With everyone pitching to help

No matter how busy you are, find time for the same

Excuses to evade housework won’t be entertained

I am not flexible, not compromising my principles is my mandate

 

Adjustment is both ways, not a one sided game

I am not flexible, not compromising my principles is my mandate

 

-Dhanashree