The sign read “Do Not Disturb” at all times.
And, it was evident in the behavior, too –
The grumpy face, dark-circled eyes, and undisclosed life.
They thought she was busy with countless things to do.
All of them but one.
Her behavior too left them all flummoxed.
She understood the “Do Not Disturb” sign at once,
For she was the interpreter of paradoxes.
She began by doing the little things –
Just sitting nearby,
Lending a hand when it was needed,
Wishing, “Hope you had a good day!” with a smile;
Exuding tiny bits of warmth
Like the rosy glow of the Sun at dawn.
Slowly, the “aloof” one began to respond,
With nods first, and then, small talk.
Yes, she had been through a lot in life.
She’d seen her trust being betrayed in the past.
That was the reason for the “Do Not Disturb” sign,
And the “I’m busier than everyone” facade.
But that had all changed in the past few days.
Everyone around her was pleasantly surprised
To see her face light up with happiness,
Because one of them really read the “Do Not Disturb” sign.
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