I Am Anaya Poet Nonet

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A November Nonet Poetry Contest

Sponsored by Andrea Dietrich

Sixth Place

A Festival of Lights In November

A Festival Of Lights In November

The ~ Ganga aarti ~ is performing
Oil lamps held at the Banganga
Marigolds and crimson rose
Diwali ~ of the ~ Gods 
Martyrs remembered
Swans gracefully
are glowing
in this 
pond



*Diwali-Hindi-meaning "Festival of Lights"
*Ganga aarti-Hindi-meaning "Feet of the Lord"
*Banganga-Hindi-River in India

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John Watt December 27, 2022 at 3:08 PM There is so much to learn from the many poets here who share from their experience and learning. When we respectfully approach the diversity of cultures, beliefs, and celebrations in our world, we approach peace on earth. Thank you for the beauty of this nonet, Anaya, and the thoughtful instruction within its lines ~ John I Am Anaya December 28, 2022 at 9:08 AM Well said John, I give as much information as possible in rhyme and reason. Thank you for your precious thoughts, I appreciate it. Approaching the new year, let's make it a good one! Peace & Love ~Anaya

I Am Anaya November 22, 2022 at 7:57 AM Andrea Dietrich: I can't congratulate you. So I will do it here. This is what I wanted to say to you about your nonet: This is beautiful. Only reason it's not higher placed is that I think you mixed up syllable counts in the first two lines. Thanks for writing this nonet, Anaya and congrats in my contest. I Am Anaya November 22, 2022 at 8:09 AM You right! As I was posting this the 1st line it looked longer and therefore thought it was the 9ner! Lol. Thank you, Andrea for the placement and the soupmail of congratulations! I am grateful for your sponsorship.

Line Gauthier November 15, 2022 at 1:19 PM beautiful ~ I Am Anaya November 20, 2022 at 7:51 AM Thank you!

Evelyn Judy Buehler November 9, 2022 at 3:26 PM Your presentation on a wonderful tradition, is both informative and lovely, Anaya. Good luck in the contest, Evelyn :) I Am Anaya November 9, 2022 at 4:04 PM Every day is a celebration somewhere, we just have to look for it! Thank you, Evelyn. Have a nice day!

Rico Leffanta November 9, 2022 at 9:37 AM Alas, it is dark days back in the USA! Enjoyed! Aloha! I Am Anaya November 9, 2022 at 12:09 PM Win some lose some, Rico! Happy Diwali Day! ;)

Victor Buhagiar November 9, 2022 at 1:49 AM Not easy as some think to write a nonet. You did well. I Am Anaya November 9, 2022 at 7:47 AM I really enjoyed this form, Victor. Happy Diwali Days!

Valsa George November 8, 2022 at 7:18 PM Hi Anaya, you seem to be well versed in Hindu mythology and Indian cultural traditions and festivals. Deewali celebrated in the month of November is the festival of lights ! It is celebrated with fire works and in great fanfare. All the best in the contest I Am Anaya November 9, 2022 at 7:46 AM Hi Valsa. Lovely culture, I felt passionate about. Happy Diwali Days!