Rhymes and Rhythms of Nature


There I see the snow
on the peaks of Colorado mountains.
White and green colors
merge with low level clouds.

Next to it,
There I see the glory
of the sky beyond infinity.

There I see the colors
of powerful images of nature's creations.
Who do I thank
for this peaceful soul-pleasing landscape ?

I didn't do anything
to deserve these creations to enjoy.
I just happened to be there
in the midst of loveliness.

The sun and the moon and the galaxies,
black holes if you see,
The stars twinkling, inviting, engaging,
my inner being stealing from me.

There I see the ocean,
the waves and colorful waters,
The boats and ships win over
the naughty forces of northern winds.

On the humming horizons comes up the morning
with the young sun on its head.
I greet the morning
--wet, fresh and clean--
still bathing on the shore.

These are my riches and wealth,
Rhymes and rhythms of nature,
I own its creations in my bones.

The mountains, the skies beyond infinity
and the ocean waters are mine.

They are all part of my family.

(From: Humming Horizons by Bharat Thakkar,
ISBN : 0964508516 )