Memoir of the Front Door

By Kieran

 Memoir of the Front Door

 


Artwork and pensive poem by Kieran Gonsalves (c) 2026, thinking about innumerable friends who left home and family to find their place in the sun - at a hidden cost, no doubt


How little remains of the feverish activities and hustle bustle 
The metamorphosis of children growing up in wisdom and muscle

All their lives the parents worked selflessly giving the best to their kids.
Private school, music, art and dance classes, never counting the quids.

Table conversations sparkling with animated enlightened discussions
Young minds embracing bold ideas 'n risk taking, despite repercussions

High achievers unafraid to challenge the status quo, soon came of age.
Knocking on archiac institutions far too rigid to be able to engage!

They left for greener pastures, putting down roots where they flourished!
Meanwhile aging parents back home pine for those they so lovingly nourished

Comments

Anonymous said…
Now that's an awesome painting..... (WhatsApp comment from a very dear childhood friend)
February 27, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Kieran said…
Thanks Hillary. I was definitely working on getting a softer feel to my painting and I liked how it turned out. Glad you like it too - Kieran
February 27, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Anonymous said…
A beautiful poignant poem, Kieran... (WhatsApp comment from a dear artistic friend in Pune)
February 27, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Kieran said…
Thanks, Ajay. A story told across millions of homes in today’s global economy… ❤️‍🩹
February 27, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Anonymous said…
Crazy good. We just had this conversation with my cousin Lavina yesterday. Still processing it… Kieran yesterday, Kieran today. The children today, the children tomorrow. (WhatsApp comment from a very dear childhood friend in NewJersey)
February 27, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Kieran said…
The cycle of life … If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they’re yours - Kieran
February 27, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Anonymous said…
The cycle of life…
That’s what came to me too, but the next lines are explosive 🧨. Jonathan Seagull?
Well said bro. 😎 (Reply to the above comment also on WhatsApp)
February 27, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Kieran said…
Khalil Gibran, I believe
There are various versions appear all over the place so take our pick. - Kieran
February 27, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Anonymous said…
Well written. Yes I was thinking of this topic today. It’s a friend’s 90th birthday today. Her daughter who suffers depression doesn’t want to have anything to do with her. Her son left for Australia . How sad is that ! I am trying to understand why young people don’t want to get married or have children . Your story reminded me of our extended family. Will share it with the family. (WhatsApp comment from a very dear relative in Toronto, Canada)
February 27, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Kieran said…
Thank you, Omega. This is how it has been from time eternity, parents give their children the best chance to succeed in life but then have to let them out into the world - some go and come back, others go and don't come back, still others stay. Glad you liked the artwork, much appreciated - Kieran
February 27, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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