Tea Time!

The evening where I paraded with a fragile tea tray
When mom decorated all in her own little way
I put my nubile hat and marched in front of strangers
Acted coy and nice, and prayed there are no dangers

So lady, tell us more about yourself
Felt like a question right from hell!
How is one supposed to describe oneself?
There are certain things you just can’t tell!

Do I cook well? Hell yes, but only on weekends
Do you sing? Yes, but only to scare friends!
Do you drive? That’s a big yes, bring it on!
Do you nag? Of course, I do, I am a girl, you moron!

Did you make this tea? What? Excuse me?
I was holed up in my room, didn’t you see?
Did you make the samosas, my dear?
No, there’s a sweet shop right here…

What do you want in a husband, may I know?
Anticipated it coming, there you go!
Tall, dark and handsome is the least
Non-snoring and loving, and always ready for a feast!

Someone who can sing to me all night
With whom, my whole world would seem just right
One who’ll take me touring across the seas…
And not hesitate in handing me the car keys!

Should love my parents more than me
Should become my destiny
If you have all of this in you,
Gentleman - kindly join the queue ;)

- Shipra