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I hear much joy in the music, View elation in the dance Feel happiness in the laughter, Soulful spirit in poetic romance. I feel love in the language Swelling in my heart. Reverence for God and Goddess In beloved families far apart. I love the customs and the people As they celebrate each day Living life to the fullest In their honor I wish to pray That I may learn to be as humble As loving and as kind, To be blessed by elder wisdom In every senior that I find. This is a gift to give my children To open their sleepy little eyes. To see the value in rejoicing, To reach for stars up in the skies. When they learn this knowledge To listen well to the sages, They will know of sacred secrets Handed down through the ages. © 2014 Connie Marcum Wong

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Kurt Ravidas

Date: 4/20/2019 6:06:00 PM

Simple and beautiful words about India, simple and beautiful and sophisticated and awful at the same time. Ayushman, Connie)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 4/20/2019 8:27:00 PM

I love how knowledgeable you are about so many subjects Kurt. Are you a world traveler? I would enjoy reading your bio if you have one. Mahalo Nui Loa for your lovely comment. Blessings : )

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/31/2017 7:12:00 PM

Marvelous poem. I relate and feel the same appreciate. Well crafted. Congrats.

Line Gauthier

Date: 9/30/2017 6:02:00 AM

Wonderful write. Lovely to read a piece that reflects my feelings so well. Blessings from Ottawa.

Nandita Das

Date: 7/18/2015 1:00:00 AM

I read this poem today. What a beautiful tribute to India. A favorite. Thank you .

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/29/2015 8:47:00 PM

Wow, thank you so much Nadita! I really appreciate you fav'ing this poem. I am not receiving notification when someone leaves me a comment from Soup anymore, so I am sorry for the late reply. I just now saw this. Blessings, Connie

Paul Schneiter

Date: 3/10/2015 9:35:00 AM

Connie: You have crafted a stunningly beautiful tribute to India and her people. Every line is a thing of beauty. Your poem is a marvel, truly. Easily a 7. Kudos.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 3/10/2015 12:50:00 PM

That is so kind of you Paul. Thank you very much. I am enjoying getting to know you by reading your poetry. Blessings, Connie

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/3/2015 2:50:00 PM

Thank you Paul. I kind of feel that poetry was born in India. If I were younger I would want to travel there and maybe even live there. But age is creeping up on my knees which makes travel difficult now.There are. some wonderful poets here that are Indian who I feel a kinship with, like you do. That is what makes Poetry Soup the best! hugs, Connie

Paul Callus

Date: 2/3/2015 12:51:00 PM

Beautiful poem about India and its people, Connie. We do well to learn about different cultures and what they have to offer. My cousin spent many years helping the poor in India, and she only stopped due to ill health; she only had words of praise for the Indian people. On Soup I am lucky to have become acquainted with several worthy poets from India; some of them have commented below!:) // paul

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/3/2015 2:51:00 PM

Please read my reply to you above. Sorry, I goofed when replying.

James Fraser

Date: 1/23/2015 1:28:00 PM

India described so beautifully through your words Connie. Not sure if I'll ever get to India, but if I ever do, it'll be to a place called 'Karnataka' lush green and like other places, quite amazing architecture. Love this piece, James :)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/3/2015 2:53:00 PM

It sounds wonderful James. Thank you for your lovely comment my friend. Hugs, Connie

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty

Date: 1/23/2015 10:16:00 AM

I want to hug you Connie for this brilliant write on India.It is a great effort to portray the culture of this vast abundant country with its vast treasures for the whole world.Indian sages have said eons ago "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" ie."the world is one family". I am proud of you Connie. India has so many things to give to this world. Love>your friend Rajat

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/23/2015 11:58:00 AM

I agree with you Rajat. India has so many things to give to this world and the world is one family. We are all brothers and sisters. It makes me very happy that you like my poem. Thank you my friend. Love, Connie

Poesy Relish

Date: 1/18/2015 1:22:00 PM

Awesome poem connie...nice to read your views on indian culture and its tradition, and good to see how open peolpe can be in understanding different cultures and finding beauty in it #7... best wishes and hugs , nad!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/18/2015 4:46:00 PM

Thank you Nadiya. I have a very mixed family racially and I embrace the differences in cultures. Traveling makes you aware of so much more than what goes on in our own little corner of the world. Blessings, Connie

Don Johnson

Date: 12/18/2014 9:43:00 PM

India is rising again as she did before the Indus valley atom bombs left radioactive skeletons. 20k years ago...

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/19/2014 10:11:00 PM

Thank you Don. I appreciate you stopping by. Have a blessed holiday, hugs, Connie

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 12/15/2014 6:46:00 AM

Wow how your words flow with ease. Love the message here.

Maurice Yvonne
Date: 12/15/2014 11:12:00 AM

No worries I am use to sets of question marks after I speak. In real life everyone I know caries question mark signs and lifts them right after I speak. Thanks for the smilie face.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/15/2014 11:01:00 AM

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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/15/2014 10:59:00 AM

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Shadow Hamilton

Date: 12/13/2014 4:42:00 AM

Connie this is delightful and it is obvious you know the customs well hugs 7

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/14/2014 10:43:00 PM

Thank you very much Shadow. I have been there in spirit! hugs

David Williams

Date: 12/10/2014 4:12:00 PM

Connie I have only just found this and it is absolutely beautiful, I love it, it is written with love and sincerity.... Have a very Happy Peaceful Christmas ....I still cannot rejoin the group and I miss it so much...David

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/14/2014 10:44:00 PM

Thank you very much David. I look forward to reading more of your work. It always leaves me feeling inspired. Blessings

Arthur Vaso

Date: 12/5/2014 10:15:00 PM

Wow what a beautiful tribute and poem to India, you have captured the essence of the people, I think its so wonderful when we learn of new cultures and peoples and embrace all the good from each others traditions!!!!! This embodies that thought, I think! A7

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/5/2014 10:56:00 PM

Thank you very much Arthur. I appreciate you stopping by. I am playing catch up right now. Blessings, Connie

Ravindra K Kapoor

Date: 12/5/2014 11:08:00 AM

The cultural diversities of my country often enchant the visitors by the richness of its Colors, Music and Joys but they needs to have an open hearted approach to see and enjoy its real beauty. Your Poem beautifully paints all this & it goes as my most favorite one. Thanks Connie once again for your kind & precious words on my Blog dated 17th Oct about my Short Video Film. “The Secret Story of Mulberry Birds”. Your appreciation of my Short Video Film is an honor for me. L& BWA.Ravindra K Kapoor

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/5/2014 7:15:00 PM

How Kind of you Ravindra. Thank you so much for making this a favorite poem. I come from humble beginnings and joy and beauty can be found anywhere if you seek it out and are aware. I appreciate your lovely comments on my poem. Blessings, Connie

Ravindra K Kapoor

Date: 12/5/2014 11:03:00 AM

You have beautifully painted this unique quality of the people of my country in the 3rd stanza of your Poem” I love the customs and the people, As they celebrate each day, Living life to the fullest, In their honor I wish to pray”. Being an Indian I am so grateful, proud to hear these word. It’s an honor to my country and I am grateful to you for this honor and for the lyrical beauty of yours wonderful poem dear friend Connie. Continue in next…..L&BW ..Ravindra K Kapoor

Ravindra K Kapoor

Date: 12/5/2014 11:00:00 AM

What a beautiful poem you have placed here dear friend Connie. For all those, who love Music and Dance and love the beauty which also lies in other cultures and customs, India can really be a gem of a place for them. Your poem paints a lyrical beauty of my country, where happiness quite often sprouts like a smile even in extreme poverty without caring for the luxuries of life and enjoying life to its best as it is available. Continue in next…..L&BW ..Ravindra K Kapoor

M. L. Kiser

Date: 12/5/2014 1:46:00 AM

You must definitely teach your children about this culture. There is wisdom and wonder everywhere.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/5/2014 7:31:00 PM

Thank you very much M.L. I appreciate you commenting on my poem. Blessings, Connie

Robert Lindley

Date: 11/25/2014 8:50:00 AM

Great poem on a subject I find quite fascinating. Always wanted to travel to India and Australia. Both are on my bucket list. Your words on India are uplifting but the caste system there is its greatest problem/detriment. Super 7 on this wonderful write..

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/5/2014 7:29:00 PM

Thank you very much Robert. I am not aware of the bitterness that dwells among the poor in America, in India. I am only writing of my limited experience, but would love to spend some time there one day. Australia is wonderful. I lived part time in Sydney for a few years and loved it. I hope you get to fulfill your bucket list. Thank you, Blessings....Connie

Monterey Sirak

Date: 11/25/2014 6:32:00 AM

Such wisdom and insight here. We could learn so much from other countries and cultures if we would only open our hearts.

Matthew Anish

Date: 11/24/2014 9:05:00 PM

Great tribute to ancient wisdom! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 11/24/2014 9:19:00 PM

Thank you Matthew. Blessings, Connie

Daver Austin

Date: 11/24/2014 5:16:00 PM

Wonderful poem, Connie, one of your best. Do you know about Christian Mingle? YOu know that they advertise on T.V. How about Hindu Hangout and Buddha Bash. Love, Dave

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 11/24/2014 6:45:00 PM

Daver, my computer has a mind of its own. I sent this message to the right place but Joseph's reply ended up here, honest! I appreciate you commenting on my poem and wish there were a network like that. It is so good to see you back again after your computer problems. Much Love, Connie

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 11/24/2014 6:41:00 PM

Thank you so much Joseph! Blessings, Connie

Joseph May

Date: 11/24/2014 4:54:00 PM

Its a love story that gets better with each stanza....wonderful write Connie

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 11/24/2014 6:42:00 PM

Thank you so much Joseph! Blessings, Connie

David Meade

Date: 11/24/2014 2:36:00 PM

This is an awesome poem my friend. To value others, to experience new cultures, to rejoice, sing, dance -- to see the endless opportunities . . . to know deep truth. You are amazing -- love it!!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 11/24/2014 2:56:00 PM

Wow David, you picked up on every nuance, understood my meaning completely! How wonderful your comment makes me feel! Thank you my friend. Blessings, Connie