Color me joy

Holi, the festival of colors, is a celebration of love, joy, and togetherness. As the day begins with vibrant hues splashed in the air, distinctions blur, and all become one in the spirit of festivity. This poem captures the essence of Holi—where laughter, playfulness, and color unite souls. In this moment, differences dissolve, and only shared happiness remains.

Dazzling day begins, 

with joyous splash of colors.

You and I are smeared.

Happy Holi !!!

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

Brushstrokes of love

Holi, the festival of colors, is more than just a vibrant celebration—it is a divine tapestry woven with love, joy, and unity. This poem reflects the spiritual essence of the festival, where each color is a stroke on the canvas of life, painted under the aegis of the Almighty. As we immerse ourselves in this joyous revelry, we are reminded that love and happiness, when blessed by the divine, create a masterpiece that endures beyond time.

Under Thy aegis, ever my Lord, 

on a kaleidoscopic canvas,

a story written with love and joy.

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

Canvas of joy

This haiku celebrates the vibrant spirit of Holi, blending the festive energy of spring with the transformative power of color. The joyful splatters evoke the lively celebration of life, while the image of a "canvas of heart" suggests that the festival touches us deeply, painting our inner world with renewed hope and creativity. This piece encapsulates the magic of Holi in its purest form.

Vibrant festal spring.

Joyful splatters of colors,

on canvas of heart.

Transient shades, eternal grace

This poem contrasts fleeting worldly indulgences—that inevitably fade—with the enduring nature of divine grace. It challenges readers to recognize the transient nature of pleasure and seek lasting solace in the unwavering strength of the Divine.

All our indulgences, 

dried safflower leaves,

soul-fabric dyed and redyed.

Oh and the color always fades. 

Whilst The indulgence of Thy name, 

stays fast, like the red of madder roots.

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

Smear of love

During Holi, vibrant hues blend into one another, mirroring the union of lover and beloved, and leaving behind an indelible stain of love. This poem celebrates that transformation—where differences dissolve, and hearts merge into a single, passionate embrace. It captures the spirit of unity and eternal togetherness, as the colors of life meld into one harmonious expression. Through these vivid images, we are powerfully reminded that in love, all barriers vanish, and souls truly unite.

Such, the smear of love.

One shade ends, other begins, 

this fusion seamless. 

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

'tis Lohri everyday

Lohri, a festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of longer days, symbolizes warmth, gratitude, and abundance. Traditionally celebrated with bonfires, songs, and offerings of seasonal harvest, it teaches us to embrace the light that follows darkness. This haiku reflects the deeper spiritual essence of Lohri — the grace that leads us through life’s winter tides, turning each moment into a celebration of divine blessings. May this poem remind us that with faith and gratitude, every day can be a Lohri, filled with hope, joy, and the warmth of togetherness.

Bounties of Thy grace, 

leading through the winter tides.

'tis Lohri everyday. 

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

Stories by the bonfire

This haiku captures the essence of Lohri through nature’s lens — the cleansing rains, the nurturing earth, and the wisdom passed down through generations. It reminds us that festivals are more than rituals; they are stories shared around bonfires, bridging the past and present. Inspired by my grandmother’s words, this poem reflects the beauty of traditions that connect us to our roots, to each other, and to the land we cherish. Lohri is a celebration of life.

Washed with winter rains, 

mother earth receives lohri. 

My granny says so!

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha 

Lohri's embrace

This haiku celebrates the spirit of Lohri, a vibrant harvest festival celebrated in India and the diaspora. It captures the essence of the festival: the joy of receiving gifts, the warmth of the bonfire, and the loving embrace of family and friends. Lohri signifies the end of the winter solstice and the promise of a bountiful harvest. May the spirit of Lohri – warmth, joy, and togetherness – fill your lives with happiness and prosperity.

Lohri gift arrives! 

Bag of winter luxuries,

warm embrace of love.

Welfare unto all 

Rab rakha