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Hail, Mother India, of scenic beauty and sages Welcoming God’s true sons through all ages. God made the earth and man made countries. I behold India expanding into the world’s pages. Thy glorious smile divine and earthly lands Showering wealth from well-stored hands Where the mind is free and head held high Where the mind is led forward by thee Where the Ganges, the Himalayas, men dream of god Where I am hallowed, my body touched that sod. Dread famine may prowl and tear my flesh, Yet would I love to be in my India afresh Fate may shower scalding drops of sorrow Yet would I love to be in India tomorrow. I dearly love India for its age-old vedic peace Now America, too for child-like beauty increase. ================================ Second Place win Contest : I applaud you - Rick Parishe

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Date: 9/25/2014 2:33:00 PM
Whether I ever get a chance to, I'd love to go to Karnataka. Just the name moves me. Fine honourable piece of ones country Dr. Ram, James.....
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Date: 8/4/2010 6:04:00 AM
Beautiful, am reading Nine Lives by William Dalrymple would love to read a native's review???
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Date: 8/2/2010 9:49:00 AM
Congratulations to you on your win Dr.Ram in ^Rick Parise's contest "I Applaud You". Love, Carol
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Date: 8/1/2010 1:08:00 AM
Congratulations, Dr Ram. on your 2nt place, Agape, Moses
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Date: 7/31/2010 9:17:00 PM
Congratulations Dr. Ram. A lovely poem about a country I would like to see. My granddaughter had a 3 week visit to India this early summer and was enchanted. She wants to go back. Enjoy your big win. Love, Joyce..
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Date: 7/31/2010 8:09:00 PM
Much congrats Dr. Ram on your brilliant win in Rick's contest with a truly amazing write on India.. enjoy your big win my friend.. with luv..
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Date: 7/31/2010 7:28:00 PM
Such a beautiful piece of work!!!a beautiful emotional,heartfelt connection you bring to the reader~I absolutely love this poem~so good ~CONGRATS on your win. #2~God bless~Rick
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Date: 7/29/2010 12:28:00 AM
Amazing poem Dr. Ram! You have described India Perfectly. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my poem 'Sachin Almighty'. I really hope India wins the 2011 World Cup...:-)
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Date: 7/28/2010 9:18:00 AM
beautiful picture you have painted here!
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Date: 7/28/2010 6:14:00 AM
Truly awesome!!!!!!!! I am proud to be Indian and also think it is the best i also have an objection about the bollywood that they go out to shoot even though all beauty is here!!!!! This one is perfect!!!!!! I loved it!!!!! Vrushani!!!
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Date: 7/27/2010 6:03:00 AM
I love your poem a lot. It makes one proud to be an Indian. Thanks for your comments.
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Date: 7/26/2010 12:00:00 AM
I am in full agreement ! I too love India for its age-old vedic peace ; But right now it is being ruined by scams and mud-slinging politics ! Thanks for sharing ! -Raj, New Delhi .
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Date: 7/24/2010 6:46:00 PM
Excellent tribute, Dr Ram. Great write. You're proud of your country which is outstanding. Have a good day. Rgds, Ralph
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Date: 7/24/2010 5:58:00 PM
Beautifully written! I feel the longing in your words. Thanks for sharing.
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Date: 7/24/2010 7:45:00 AM
India was for a very good reason the "Sapphire in the British Crown" during Colonialism and it is beyond thinking how much the old British empire profited at those times!!! Enjoyed your tribute to Mother India, Dr. Ram! And thank you for your kind comments!!...Gert
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Date: 7/24/2010 2:55:00 AM
A wonderful tribute to your homeland. Really enjoyed the read ~ Sharon :)
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Date: 7/23/2010 8:35:00 PM
Beautiful heart felt prose for such an amazing country. I enjoyed every word. I've always wished to go to India. Maybe one day I will.
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Date: 7/23/2010 12:50:00 PM
Dr. Ram... have u read Ravindra K. Kapoor? he has a dynamic series of poems posted .. he is also from India.. with luv..
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Date: 7/23/2010 12:49:00 PM
BRILLIANT Dr. Ram.. a most creative tribute to your country and an excellent entry fro Rick's contest.. good luck.. my entry is "Charismatic Country" about the USA.. and some threads we still have standing to be extremely proud of.. with luv.. happy weekend..
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Date: 7/23/2010 12:07:00 PM
ps. OH, I forgot to say. THANKS for my sonnet win in your last contest!
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Date: 7/23/2010 12:06:00 PM
Dr. Ram, for some reason, I find your poetry lately to be even better than ever. This one is just beautiful! LUv, Andrea
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Date: 7/23/2010 10:39:00 AM
Hi, Doctor Ram. I've read the Upanishads and the Bhaghavad Git, but, having never been to India, I can't get a real idea of the place. Your poem Is filled with love. I like that mucho! Love, Dave
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Date: 7/23/2010 10:36:00 AM
A lovely rhyme ,Dr Ram. India is a beautiful country. Though I've never been there, I have watched many films that depicted her beauty. Good luck with this beauty. Agape, Moses
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Date: 7/23/2010 8:36:00 AM
Such reverance and praise for your Motherland in this poem of your. I like the line where heads are held high especially. Thanks for commenting on my poem "Oil Spilled Out" Love, Susan
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Date: 7/23/2010 8:23:00 AM
There is such deep emotion in this love of your motherland.....something so wonderful that stays in the blood and is revealed in your beautiful poetry. How wonderful is this piece. ! ~ love, Carrie
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