Smiles N' Moments

By Adv. Dr. Kriss Venugopal

"Smiles N' Moments" is a collection of 200 octet poems that traverse

the realm of smiles. It encourages us to give and forgive, to forget,

and to find peace. Every octet is a capsule that reminds you to be

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ukiyoto Publishing
• Release date: Apr 12, 2024
• ISBN: 9789362696793

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SMILES N’ MOMENTS

Volume 1

Adv. Dr. Kriss Venugopal

Ukiyoto Publishing

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Published in 2024

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To the fresh morning dew

Who warms my heart a few

Unspoken words are over miles

Penning it over a cup of smiles…

Beloved Late Ms. Sreedevi Pillai

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Writing this book has been a transformative journey, in a unique way as it evolved over mornings of eight years. I could not have undertaken it alone for sure, as I never saw it as a book in itself. Each day the eight lines I penned, inspired my dear friend, Aurora Bluemoon, an author and poet herself, to compile it as a gift to the readers and myself. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed to this endeavour and helped bring this work to fruition.

First and foremost, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to my parents for their unwavering support and love throughout my life. I would specifically mention the Late Ms Sreedevi Pillai, my little sister Sowmya Santhosh, and all those who have encouraged me even during tough times to keep writing. Their love and patience have been my anchor throughout. I am indebted to my mentors and advisors whose guidance and expertise have been invaluable. Their insights have enriched my life and shaped my growth as an author.

I would like to express my appreciation to the publishers and printers for their professionalism, enthusiasm, and belief in this project. Their dedication to excellence has been instrumental in making this book a reality. My sincere thanks also go to my friends and colleagues who have provided feedback, encouragement, and inspiration along the way or just remained silent. Either way, your support has meant the world to me.

Lastly, I extend my gratitude to the readers who will embark on this journey with me. I hope that this book will resonate with you and offer insights that enrich your lives.

Thank you, from the depths of my heart, for being a part of this incredible journey.

With Smiles,

Adv. Dr. Kriss Venugopal

Author, Lawyer, Motivational Speaker, Actor and Voice Coach.

FROM THE AUTHOR’S PEN

Deep in the heart of the sea, there lies

All the treasures of the voyages lost

Up in the heavens where no bird flies

There lie the blessings for you the most

Search your heart, which like the seas

Hold the treasures of smiles from the past

Once you smile today, the blessings frees

And reaches you as smiles that forever last.

When life took a turn for the worse, I struggled to escape the darkness of my thoughts. I searched for a helping hand to pull me out, but as I sank deeper, I felt like I was drowning. Why didn't anyone reach out? They were all caught up in their own lives, too busy to offer a few comforting words. A simple It's okay... everything will be alright could have made a difference, but time slipped away, leaving me feeling alone in a