You and I

by Kunhunni master
translated.by Vinodkumar Edachery

Not while walking round the temple
Or while bathing at that river ghat
Or on the way to college with friends
I saw you first.

Not by asking  name, book or flower
Or whispering honeyed words
Begging to have love for me
I came close to you first.

Not while struggling to get into the bus      
Or while hurrying to get to the mess
Or while in dream alone with you
I touched you first

I saw you, got close to you
And touched you, sweet heart
While reading sleepless overnight
Atom theory for yearly exam.