My Lord Ganesha

My Dear friend,
There have been so many who have written a lot about all your virtues and form
There is little left to be described about your contribution when people face a storm
Those who believe in you unconditionally spend time waiting for your yearly birthday
They never forget your monthly birthdays and many a time routinely fast and pray

Let us talk about your annual birthday celebration that is a mega festival in our state
It gets people together to collectively pray and take positive steps beyond destiny’s fate
It is never too early or late for people to come and pay their respects during your annual visit
It gives them the peace of mind they seek especially when the feeling is their life has taken a hit

Every believer pays obeisance in no small measure and wishes to satisfy you in some measure
It may be milk or fruit or your favourite coconut cake or just spend time with you in leisure
Every believer worships and gives spirit to your form as per how he relates to you at that moment
They are also cognizant of the reality of impermanence and how you teach them to live in present

You are forever ready to satisfy the never ending desires of your devotees who multiply every year
You have your ways of creating employment and source of money distribution that eliminates fear
You ensure people come together and voluntarily donate funds that support a noble cause
They are like a parallel economy that operates and may otherwise never have seen light of the day

The creation of this Universe starts commanding a different value and premium during your sojourn
There are those who have literally counted days and nights for when you finally hit the home run
Your mere presence removes all pain, grief, guilt, hurt, or any negative emotions that they harbour
You help raise the collective awareness and the negative energies start flowing towards the shore

As you need to find your way back to your home with a promise that you will come back soon
Your well wishers find it difficult to let go and continue to hold on till the last lap of the moon
You have come and ensured that your creations of this Universe feel protected and in safe hands
You can’t deny that the frailties of mankind will always keep us from searching for the magic wand!

Awareness

I often introspect and question on how easy is it to live a life of awareness
There seems to be no ready answers in this internal quest for eternal success
I often wonder on the source for wisdom the possibilities that seem endless
The evolution of mankind over the ages has left behind a legacy that is timeless

I often question whose sense of judgment is right – mine or the world
There always comes only one response – Never ever only follow the herd
I often question on the advice given by the world as against my own views
There always comes only one response – The inner conviction will provide the clue

I often question on the reason why my tastes and preference vary from those in my network
There always comes a ready response – Every being is special and a unique piece of artwork
I often question on the reason why some people influence the world more than the other
There always comes a ready response – The passion determines success of advocacy neutral of weather

I often question on what truly matters – decisions made from the head or from the heart
There always comes a ready response – The right actions are never sown from feelings of hurt
I often question on what truly matters – to live a life on individual choices or those of society
There always comes a ready response – The still waters of the ocean never provide any surety

I often question on what are the parameters that helps one determine a life of right conduct
There always comes a ready response – Never get biased since every situation is a unique test
I often question on what is better – live a solitary life discovering self or stay a worldly life
There always comes a ready response – There can be enlightenment even amidst worldly strife


I often question on what are the principles that needs to be respected to live in the Universe
There always comes a ready response – Each composition is an exclusive mix of text and verse
I often question on the fine balance between body, mind and spirit that one seeks to achieve
There always comes a ready response – Live in the present completely and never have a reason to grieve

I often wonder on situations that seem to conflict in my eternal quest to achieve a fine balance
There always comes a ready response – Life is a work of gradual mastery and one needs to get off the fence
I often wonder on my relationships that seem to contradict my own life philosophy
There always comes a ready response – Nurture relationships as a work of art and not like a trophy

I often wonder on the senseless actions undertaken by mankind in its varied form
There always comes a ready response – Mother Nature provides a mix of both sunshine and storm
I often wonder on the purpose of life and the essence of Universal existence
There always comes a ready response – The waves of the ocean can never be captured in one lens

I often wonder on what is more important – To be outspoken or to maintain silence
There always comes a ready response – The Sun, Moon and stars each have their own lens
I often wonder on what is more important – To demonstrate tolerance or exhibit aggression
There always comes a ready response – The volcano remains silent till it triggers an eruption

I often wonder on what is more important – To be peaceful with self or create one’s own identity
There always comes a ready response – Everyone needs to live a life that engages their individuality
I often wonder on what is more important – To live a relaxed life or provide reason for every action
There always comes a ready response – Inner introspection enables one to engage in one’s creation!

To continue..

LET THERE BE LIGHT

It takes its form at its own specific pace
It derives its respect from the purpose and space
It earns its name as per the place where it is lit
It spreads its wings as per the fuel in its toolkit

It joins the dots through the cycle of life
It connects body and soul as does fruit and knife
The presence of it provides succour and relief
The absence of it causes mankind strife and grief

It gives a flavour of the ever shining & radiant Sun
It provides warmth and heat where there is none
It helps one convert a raw product into an evolved soul
It helps one introspect in getting guided to one’s natural pole

It is necessary to let go the ego of the burning cauldron
It may never reveal itself unless you step out of your own kingdom
It may never guarantee you the privileges of universal stardom
Being conscious of it every moment may guarantee you eternal wisdom!