Mystic Rose Rose Poet Rhyme

Caribana Nights In Toronto

Women dressed in bright skimpy costumes 
streets drumming to the beat of the heat 
A blur of eccentric colors expound the air 
as we embrace the culture, the vibe...

Resilience, freedom, pride, nothing to hide
as we celebrate with rhythmic sound & gaiety 
There is a whisper of moonlight in the air 
that tastes up everything in sight, we dance !

Grand parades filled with masqueraded personas 
spread the "Spirit of Love" be one with humankind 
Calypso music, hip-hop, dance of every gender 
kick up your feet, go ahead and surrender !!!

Toronto's Caribbean Caribana, here since nineteen sixty-seven 
 excitement like this you cannot purchase it at the 7-ELEVEN.

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Valsa George August 3, 2025 at 6:06 AM A colorful pageant that thrills viewers. Caribbean dance is quite famous. Beautifully narrated, dear Rose.

John Fleming August 3, 2025 at 5:07 AM You have relayed the 'essence' of the picture you have painted perfectly, Rose. Very well done! :) john

Arthur Vaso August 3, 2025 at 3:04 AM You had me at "Skimpy" hahaha :)

sara Etgen-Baker August 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM Sounds like a delightful event...you captured not just the images but the feel that accompanies Caribana Nights. Well done, dear Rose. hugs, Sara Mystic Rose Rose August 2, 2025 at 6:46 PM Many dress up and go down town for it Sara, thanks for reading.

Paula Goldsmith August 2, 2025 at 1:53 PM What a fun write and great pretty picture. Love Both... Have a blessed day writing away............... Mystic Rose Rose August 2, 2025 at 6:46 PM Yes Paula, its very popular here, today was Caribana :)