Connie Marcum Wong Poet Rhyme

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India

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 April 20, 2019 at 6:06 PM Simple and beautiful words about India, simple and beautiful and sophisticated and awful at the same time. Ayushman, Connie) Connie Marcum Wong April 20, 2019 at 8:27 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 October 31, 2017 at 7:12 PM Marvelous poem. I relate and feel the same appreciate. Well crafted. Congrats.

Line Gauthier September 30, 2017 at 6:02 AM Wonderful write. Lovely to read a piece that reflects my feelings so well. Blessings from Ottawa.

Nandita Das July 18, 2015 at 1:00 AM I read this poem today. What a beautiful tribute to India. A favorite. Thank you . Connie Marcum Wong September 29, 2015 at 8:47 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 March 10, 2015 at 9:35 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 March 10, 2015 at 12:50 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 February 3, 2015 at 2:50 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 February 3, 2015 at 12:51 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 February 3, 2015 at 2:51 PM Please read my reply to you above. Sorry, I goofed when replying.

James Fraser January 23, 2015 at 1:28 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 February 3, 2015 at 2:53 PM It sounds wonderful James. Thank you for your lovely comment my friend. Hugs, Connie

Rajat Kanti Chakrabarty January 23, 2015 at 10:16 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 January 23, 2015 at 11:58 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 January 18, 2015 at 1:22 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 January 18, 2015 at 4:46 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 December 18, 2014 at 9:43 PM India is rising again as she did before the Indus valley atom bombs left radioactive skeletons. 20k years ago... Connie Marcum Wong December 19, 2014 at 10:11 PM Thank you Don. I appreciate you stopping by. Have a blessed holiday, hugs, Connie

Maurice Yvonne December 15, 2014 at 6:46 AM Wow how your words flow with ease. Love the message here. Maurice Yvonne December 15, 2014 at 11:12 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 December 15, 2014 at 11:01 AM The ?? Were a smily face, but came out as ??. Connie Marcum Wong December 15, 2014 at 10:59 AM Thank you Maurice. ??

Shadow Hamilton December 13, 2014 at 4:42 AM Connie this is delightful and it is obvious you know the customs well hugs 7 Connie Marcum Wong December 14, 2014 at 10:43 PM Thank you very much Shadow. I have been there in spirit! hugs

David Williams December 10, 2014 at 4:12 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 December 14, 2014 at 10:44 PM Thank you very much David. I look forward to reading more of your work. It always leaves me feeling inspired. Blessings

Arthur Vaso December 5, 2014 at 10:15 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 December 5, 2014 at 10:56 PM Thank you very much Arthur. I appreciate you stopping by. I am playing catch up right now. Blessings, Connie

Ravindra K Kapoor December 5, 2014 at 11:08 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 December 5, 2014 at 7:15 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 December 5, 2014 at 11:03 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 December 5, 2014 at 11:00 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 December 5, 2014 at 1:46 AM You must definitely teach your children about this culture. There is wisdom and wonder everywhere. Connie Marcum Wong December 5, 2014 at 7:31 PM Thank you very much M.L. I appreciate you commenting on my poem. Blessings, Connie

Robert Lindley November 25, 2014 at 8:50 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 December 5, 2014 at 7:29 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 November 25, 2014 at 6:32 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 November 24, 2014 at 9:05 PM Great tribute to ancient wisdom! Peace & Love Matthew Anish Connie Marcum Wong November 24, 2014 at 9:19 PM Thank you Matthew. Blessings, Connie

Daver Austin November 24, 2014 at 5:16 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 November 24, 2014 at 6:45 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 November 24, 2014 at 6:41 PM Thank you so much Joseph! Blessings, Connie

Joseph May November 24, 2014 at 4:54 PM Its a love story that gets better with each stanza....wonderful write Connie Connie Marcum Wong November 24, 2014 at 6:42 PM Thank you so much Joseph! Blessings, Connie

David Meade November 24, 2014 at 2:36 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 November 24, 2014 at 2:56 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