Ode to the Unseen Saviors
written by: Suman Pokhrel
@sumanpokhrel
Each time I reach for food
to silence hunger, to indulge taste,
it remains quietly loyal
granting life’s continuance
at the cost of its own.
In every bite, every sip
I feel unseen hands—
effort, labor, skill,
knowledge, talent, devotion—
woven together
to meet my need
to keep me whole.
My heart swells with gratitude
for the unknown souls
who nurtured plants, raised beasts,
guarding their survival
so they could grace my plate,
fill my bowl, my cup.
It is they who make
my taste sing,
my mind bloom,
my body thrive—
the silent keepers of my life.
To every hand, every tender care,
to the greenery, the creatures,
and the caretakers, unseen—
my deepest thanks
for sustaining us all.
JUNE 2023 / MAY 2025 AUTHOR OF THE MONTH at Spillwords.com
Suman Pokhrel is a Nepali poet, lyricist, playwright, and translator. He writes mainly in the Nepali language, but also writes in English, Hindi, and some other South Asian languages. His works have been translated into several languages across countries and have appeared in notable journals worldwide. His poetry is taught as part of the literary curriculum at two universities in Nepal and three universities in India. Some appreciators of his poetry have had verses tattooed on their body parts. Netizens frequently quote verses from his poetry and share them on social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. He has been awarded notable accolades, including the SAARC Literary Award in 2013 and 2015, among several others.
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