diwali

Diwali approaches

flowing silk saris
embroidered stoles
versace and jimmy choo

kundan meena and pure gold
fresh coats of paint
on faces and walls

candles diyas and urlis
silver ceramic terracota bespoke

red green blue glittering lights
bright cheery sofa fabric and throws

dhoop agarbatti camphor lamps
wind chimes dream catchers new and old

music fire crackers appetizers aperitifs
food laden tables ----- with pride she beholds
the immaculate preparations
while they prepare to sweep roads
the day after
of the debris of celebrations
(priya)
23.10.2015