Category: Poems
the bird sings because it has a poem
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Birthday Song
Amma on this day, I would like to thank you It is your Birthday, what can I offer you?! (Chorus) I offer you a flower, coming from Assisi Every working hour for you, is so easy I offer you my heart, you take it, you feel it, You tear it apart, you break it or you heal it… I offer you my mind, the questionings, the sorrows A ‘big problem’ this mind, yesterday, tomorrows… I offer you my joy, my happiness, my singing I’m just a little boy, to his mommy clinging! I offer you my life, it’s for you…
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Which ‘Planet’ do you belong?
I belonged once to the Planet Earth, Where millions of people toiled day and night, To earn their bread, to raise their children, But lived in agony, survived their days in fright. The people there start their days, with a cup of tea And a peril which they can stumble upon every moment None has time for their friends, family or even the loved ones Coz life is more of a win or fail, just a mere tournament As dawn sets, they scamper to catch the bus of success, & Twilight is a preparation desk, trying to disclose tomorrow’s mystery,…
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Atop the Icy Peaks
Braving the cold and icy breeze Where even time seems to freeze This lonely sentry stands guard On this frozen terrain so hard There seems no way to brace Against icy winds lashing his face No place to hide, no place to rest Nature torments this unwelcome guest There the sentry stands tall Answering his Motherland’s call Shouldering such an onerous task So that his brothers may bask In sunshine – across this glorious land & as free citizens they can stand Does somebody care? – he knows not He manages with what he’s got – A picture – of…
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Sweetest Mother of all mothers
Ma, the Sweetest Mother of all mothers What a folly of my mind I offer not the flowers of the heart Unto Thy lovely blessed lotus feet. Ma, the Sweetest Mother of all mothers What a folly of my mind I chant not Thy loveliest Names That can redeem all from the dismal world. Ma, the Sweetest Mother of all mothers What a folly of my mind I hanker to indulge in all pleasures Not basking in Thy self-sacrificing presence. Ma, the Sweetest Mother of all mothers I offer this tiny prayer at Thy Lotus Feet To banish all thoughts…
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I need you like water
You’re my only reason Amma, You’re my only truth I need you like water Like breath, like rain I need you like mercy From Heaven’s gate There’s a freedom in your arms That carries me through I need you You’re the hope that moves me To courage again You’re the love that rescues me When the cold winds rage And it’s so amazing ‘Cause that’s just how you are And I can’t turn back now ‘Cause you’ve brought me too far I need you Amma like water Like breath, like rain Ranju Gopakumar
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Living Wonder
Amma, the only “living wonder” I know! When I look at her, I see a walking miracle, clad in white, With a gentle touch, wearing the idyllic smile, Sanctifying the lives of many & making it simply bright. She is my adorable Amma, the only “living wonder” I know! She is the one who taught me The genuine meaning of love and joy She is the one who comprehends me Before having had to unfold my coy She is my adorable Amma, the only “living wonder” I know! Worry seems to be a ‘stranger’ when I am near her, Happiness…
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first darshan
I first saw Amma on a CBS special: In God’s Name. I was immediately attracted to her presence. Then I saw a PBS special called: Darshan. I wrote this little poem about my experience of watching her on TV: to see a glimpse to experience a welcoming hug to feel accepted and loved this is darshan this is God – Kathy Dowell Cartersville, GA, USA
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Who has lived twice
Amma, who has lived twice A woman whose strength and dignity, In the face of adversity, Are both tremendous and inspiring. A woman whose legacy is that, She achieved, The impossible for her children. A woman who gave up, All comfort and luxury, To be with her children at every moment. A woman whose embrace, Is warmer than the warmest fire, And balmier then half-opened buds. A woman who has accomplished the impossible and the possible, Overcome every hinderance and hurdle, Endured pain and agony, Just to see her children smile. A woman who has lived twice. Sharanya Shriram (14…
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Amma’s Birthday Song
Amma on this day, I would like to thank you It is Your Birthday, what can I offer you?! (Repeat) ———- I offer you a flower, coming from Assisi… Every working hour, for you, is so easy… ————- I offer you my heart, you take it, you feel it… You tear it apart, you break it or you heal it…! ————– I offer you my mind, the questionings, the sorrows… A ‘big problem’ this mind, yesterday, tomorrows… ————– I offer you my joy, my happiness, my singing… I’m just a little boy, to his mommy clinging…! ————— I offer you…