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All About My Name

Flattered... my name meaning a Princess of ancient times, 
In the state of Malawa, where temple-bells rang chimes,
Bard, Kalidasa, composed in Sanskrit an epic great
About a Princess and her story of disguise and fate. 

Agnimitra, handsome Prince, enamoured by her beauty, 
But he was not aware of her true identity!
Thrilled to imagine myself heroine of such a story,
romance, and intrigue - part of a history and glory! 

To some, my name symbolises a purple flower, 
Which never fails to charm viewers’ hearts, in its bower. 
To some others, it represents a graceful supple plant,
My mother thought I was a blessing which her God did grant! 

My father exclaimed - she is the “garland” for me, 
My daughter, my ultimate joy, a sublime beauty! 
Many years they waited eagerly to embrace a girl, 
My parents thought - they were gifted a gem purer than pearl.

Copyright © Malabika Ray Choudhury | Year Posted 2023

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Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 8/13/2023 10:47:00 AM - Beautiful poem, Mala :) - hugs Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/13/2023 11:14:00 AM Thank you, Dear Anne-Lise. My mother really chose my full name from the classic. My father chose the first part - Mala - which means “Garland”.

Robert Lindley Date: 8/13/2023 9:20:00 AM My friend, this is superbly written creation. You and your family are truly blessed and your poetry is very, very good. God bless. Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/13/2023 9:51:00 AM Thank you, Robert, with all my heart. Your “Fave” means a lot - so appreciate! Blessings ~ Mala Robert Lindley Date: 8/13/2023 9:21:00 AM And this is a fav for me.

Akkina Downing Date: 8/10/2023 9:44:00 PM Your couplet is as beautiful as your name. Magnificent! I truly love the whole story. :) Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/11/2023 8:26:00 AM Dear Akkina, so delighted to read your comment. Thank you. I am curious to know what your name means.

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 8/10/2023 3:15:00 PM Hello Mala, it is nice that your name has two meanings. My friend. Friendship & Love/Darlene\ Login to Reply Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 8/11/2023 10:42:00 AM My name is an old English name. Darlene also daring, affectionate. Friendship and Love, Darlene Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/11/2023 8:25:00 AM Dear Darlene, Thank you. What is the meaning of your name? Did you find out?

Paula Goldsmith Date: 8/10/2023 1:38:00 PM A beautiful write/story. I love it. Have a great day writing away............. Login to Reply Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/10/2023 1:56:00 PM Thanks, Paula. Your visit is always a joy!

Tom Woody Date: 8/10/2023 11:15:00 AM Very nice. True story? My wife's Korean name, Mi-ok means beautiful land Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 8/10/2023 11:52:00 AM Nice Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 8/10/2023 11:43:00 AM Yes, it’s a true story from where my name was derived. In India, parents care very much about their children’s names. It may come from nature, or some mythology, or some characteristics they want their children to possess. Your wife’s name is beautiful!