Utsav – The Celebration
(By Kesar Patel)
Every festival of the year,
Brings happiness and lots of cheer,
Whether India or America, far or near.
Embracing different cultures, people and diversity,
National or international, seasonal or religious, celebrating
all festivals is a symbol of unity.
New Years gives us a chance to start afresh,
To put old things behind and progress.
On Makar Sankranti kites soaring so high,
Until the evening when we have to say goodbye.
Maha Shivratri is an auspicious day,
To honor Lord Shiva, we fast and pray.
Colors spray on Holi day,
As adults and children splash and spray.
April arrives and commotions appear,
The Easter bunny has spread the cheer,
A variety of candy and toys in eggs so bright,
As we complete our hunt tonight.
On Raksha Bandhan with a sacred thread,
Grows the brother-sister bond that no one can shred.
The nine days of Navratri are around the corner,
Where Goddess Durga annihilates Mahisasura’s honor.
Diwali the festival of lights where lamps are lit and color so bright,
Takes place over these miraculous five nights.
Halloween is the festival celebrated each year,
With trick or treating and costumes to fear.
Christmas is all about warmth, goodwill and cheer,
As we decorate the tree with ornaments bright and clear,
We can almost hear Santa near!!
Every festival of the year,
Brings happiness and lots of cheer.
