Christy Jayanthi Malar (38) and Rukmani (40): R.I.P.

tanktops at pride
fundraiser dinner pendants
subaru bumper stickers
massachusetts weddings
buttons worn to
poetry readings

i look at these
interlocking symbols
now

and only see
two bodies interlocked
in embrace
charred by despair
knowing no other way
for togetherness
to endure

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Reference
Publication: The Times Of India - Chennai;
Date: May 19, 2008;
Section: Times City;
Page: 5

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