Lotus

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quivering dewdrops on Lotus 
                       leaves, remind stark impermanence 
                             of life, every droplet shaking
                        hint sad truth of worldly transience!


                           Lotus, the most gorgeous flower
                            on earth, rare to vision around, 
                             floating in miraculous streams
                        where nature's sacred songs abound!





                                       August 23, 2022
            For "8 lines of Rhyme - Your Favourite Flower" Poetry Contest
                                    Sponsor: Tania kitchin
                           rhyme checked by rhyme zone.com
                             Syllables checked by HMS.com

Notes: The lotus has a life cycle unlike any other plant. With its roots latched in mud, it submerges every night into river water and miraculously re-blooms the next morning, sparklingly clean. In many cultures, this process associates the flower with rebirth and spiritual enlightenment.

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Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 9/5/2022 6:46:00 AM

Sincerely beautiful Mala. Congratulations on your win! Linda

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/5/2022 5:34:00 PM

Thanks, Linda. really appreciate your encouraging words.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 9/4/2022 2:31:00 PM

Mala, congratulations on your winning placement with your lovely poem!

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/5/2022 5:34:00 PM

Thanks, Tania. Appreciate.

Joseph May

Date: 9/2/2022 3:27:00 AM

Very nice depiction of the flower Very nicely penned,

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/5/2022 5:35:00 PM

Thank you, Joseph. Really appreciate your visit and kind comments.

Valsa George

Date: 9/2/2022 1:02:00 AM

The loveliness and spiritual associations of the lotus flower are beautifully highlighted in this poem. indeed the wobbly waterdrops remind us of the transience of life. Mala, beauty has bloomed from your pen.

Susan Lawrence

Date: 8/28/2022 8:14:00 AM

Dear Mala , The Lotus is a sacred magical creation which you have so beautifully described . You have captured the essence of its magic . Big hugs and blessings, Susan :)

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 8/28/2022 5:40:00 PM

Dear Susan, hard to express how much I love your inspiring comments. Lotus is a sacred flower for my culture, and I really like the image of quivering dewdrops. Recently I am working on a few painting and writing projects in my home-language - very excited about it! Probably I will write a blog explaining my venture. Love to stay in touch with you, and other sweet friends. You all inspire me. Love always ~ Mala