Home » Poems » Valsa George » Just August

Just August

To us Indians, auspicious is the month of August. With joy coursing through every heart robust, We sing on 15th August, India’s freedom song. From all corners of the land its echoes ring. When sun beams playfully caress each face, Our tri colour flag flutters in every space. Day of deliverence, the nation celebrates! (It was on 15th August, our country was finally freed from the yoke of foreign rule through Non-violence, Gandhi’s creed) August.8.2022 ~ Placed First~ Just August Poetry Contest Sponsor- Andrea Dietrich

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Len Gasun

Date: 8/23/2022 7:56:00 AM

Congratulations on your wonderful poem of August my dear friend! Such a marvelous poem giving a heartfelt tribute to your country's indipendence day. Thanks for sharing. God bless you. Hugs

Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/23/2022 6:47:00 AM

Connecting August with the Independence of the nation, is, indeed, great. Gives a patriotic feeling. Congratulations!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/22/2022 1:58:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. Your "Just August" is a lovely write. Have a blessed day writing away.......................

Ann Peck

Date: 8/22/2022 9:49:00 AM

Thanks for poking my memory. Yes, a definite cause of celebration! Your poem is full of exuberance! Congratulations on freedom! Congrats on First!

Jcb Brul

Date: 8/22/2022 8:33:00 AM

Back with HuGe Congratulations my friend. I was not mistaken. More blessings to come.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/22/2022 6:56:00 AM

Glad you included the footnote! Informative write of freedom through non-violence. Congratulations, Valsa!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/21/2022 11:21:00 PM

I am very happy to see your wonderful poem in the first place Valsa. Congratulations. I just knew Andrea would love it. Blessings xxoo

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/21/2022 8:52:00 PM

You used my theme in such a nice way, Valsa, to pay tribute to your country. GREAT job and Congratulations.

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 8/11/2022 5:10:00 PM

Wonderful inspiring poem, Dear Valsa. You are right - August means the month of independence to every Indian. Love and best wishes ~ Mala

Jcb Brul

Date: 8/9/2022 10:57:00 PM

A very informative and patriotic write. Masterfully done! All d best in the contest! I am very confident this will reap a top place. A BIG FAVE!! ^_^ JCB

Silpika Kalita

Date: 8/9/2022 11:29:00 AM

Jai Hind , a heartfelt gratitude for sharing this priceless composition.... Hugs

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/8/2022 8:02:00 AM

I have read about Gandhi and seen a movie about the work he did. I enjoyed reading your work about him. A very dedicated man to do what he did. Reads like a good contender to me. Your comments on my work added a delightful dimension to my page. Sara

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/8/2022 7:05:00 AM

Valsa, I hope you have a fantastic Independence day celebration. Gandhi was unquestionably a wonderful person. Your genuine pride and love for your country are evident. Your dedication to the nation that believes in freedom and is the home of the biggest democracy in the world was wonderful. Blessings

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 8/8/2022 5:56:00 AM

Wow dear Valsa... I just loved this... This is SO apt for the contest, as far as we Indians are concerned... I could already see our Tricolor flag being set up even in all my friends' whatsApp dp that started a week ago .. in anticipation of our Independence Day celebration...so, for us Indians, August means our special day of importance of achieving freedom. To be frank, I too thought about this theme only, to write for this contest,... Haha... I will be soon finding a different theme... Big hugs... ~ Ani

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/8/2022 5:39:00 AM

Pride and reverence for the homeland resonate throughout, Valsa. Much enjoyed your tribute to the freedom loving largest democracy in the world.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/8/2022 1:05:00 AM

A happy Independence day, dear Valsa. For us it's the feast of Our Lady, not to be missed. We'll celebrate it together. Hugs.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/8/2022 12:32:00 AM

What a wonderful thing to celebrate, the freedom of your country, such a sigh of relief, the 15th of August. The 15th of August for us is the name day of Jesus's mother Mary, so all the Marias'celebrate and its is a huge day for our Church as services held in Greek churches all over the world.. Seems the 15th august is an important and touching day for many, a great poem Valsa, really enjoyed it and good luck in Andreas contest, Hugs, blessings, Jennifer.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/7/2022 10:01:00 PM

This lovely poem celebrates India’s freedom Valsa. Pride for India is felt in every line my friend. I am sure Andrea will love this tribute and place it high on her winner’s list. Blessings as you celebrate. Hugs xxoo

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 8/7/2022 9:45:00 PM

The blazing fervour of patriotism! Thanks for sharing, dear Valsa. Freedom is valued more when it’s lost and then recovered

Harry Horsman

Date: 8/7/2022 9:20:00 PM

As a son of the yoke, Valsa, i appreciate your sentiment, and lovely poetry. Yes i believe everyone and every country should be self reliant . Gandhi indeed was a great man.

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/7/2022 8:00:00 PM

Dear Valsa, I adore the proud, free and beautiful spirit of your poem. What an impressive tribute to your country’s freedom.. and to Gandhi. I especially love “When sunbeams playfully caress each face / Our tri colour flag flutters in every space!” Such a carefree feeling, such elation that lifts off the page and sweeps me up and away in celebration for independence! A splendid poem, my dear friend. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you.. ~Susan

Valsa George
Date: 8/7/2022 8:58:00 PM

Hi Susan, with your comment you have doubled my sense of elation. Glad to understand, you too revere Gandhiji, the Father of our nation. He was indeed a 'Mahatma' (Great soul). I don't think my poem is all that great, but the sentiment behind it is truely genuine, coming from the heart and you have recognized it.Your great words are much appreciated....! Thanks a lot great poetess!