It's a girl!

Disclaimer- This post reflects the patriarchal mindset that some people are beset with. It in no way portrays my personal life. Infact what I am today is mainly because my father believed in me when nobody else did.




There were celebrations,
Joy and euphoria all around,
coupled with some nervousness,
as if something new was to be found.

Then came the cry,
adrenaline rush grew,
"It's a baby girl!"
the nurses came to rescue.

The hubbub slowly disappeared,
People left behind were few
Celebrations took a backseat
as if the whole planning went askew!

As I lie here in my cradle,
the world looks so beautiful and new,
I wish I could explore around,
about the turbulent times ahead, I hardly knew.

There in one corner,
I saw my Daddy slip,
So hopeless, so dejected,
I wondered what he missed!

"Wouldn't you hold me Daddy?
Do I mean nothing to you?
How can you be disappointed?
What wrong I did to you?"

Look at Mommy,
Her joy she can hardly hide,
Embracing me to her heart,
May be mothers are made that kind!

Years have gone by,
As a beautiful teenager I grew,
But you seem so numb Daddy
as if your heart is still laden with rue.

Don't give up on me Daddy,
I'll will make you all proud,
I'll be strong and independent,
also economically sound

But in the head somewhere,
umpteen thoughts toss my mind,
Even if I don't do extra-ordinary,
Would you refuse to call me thine?

Wouldn't I still be your daughter
Even if I fail at few things in life?
Why do I have to try so hard,
to be worthy in your sight?

Can a daughter not fail?
Why does she have to do everything right?
why to prove herself,
with the whole world she has to fight?

Love me unconditionally
I want to lead an ordinary life
Would't you do the same Daddy,
if I was your male child?