The Light of a Smile: Be a child
Introduction:
Through evocative poetry and reflective musings, the author hopes to invite readers on a profound inner journey, celebrating the nuanced beauty of life and the shared humanity.
Inspired by Dr. D. V. Gundappa's (DVG) Manku Thimmana Kagga, this is a humble attempt to introduce its timeless wisdom to a global audience. The poems delve into the deeper questions of life, offering insights on how to lead a balanced life amidst the complexities and constant changes by adopting a moderate and pragmatic approach. DVG's original work remains a crown jewel and is often referred to as the Bhagavad Gita of Kannada literature.
?Let not the smoke blur the eyes that smile,
Why turn the world to a desert so vile?
In every hardship, let your spirit be free,
Like a child before its parents, let worry flee.
?No need for penance harsh and severe,
For peace lies not in suffering's tear.
Embrace life's journey with a heart that's light,
In simple joys, find your inner sight.
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Behave as a child, pure and true,
With trust in the path that life lays for you.
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Cast aside worries, let them dissipate,
In the calm of trust, your fears abate.
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Walk with grace, let your mind be at ease,
In moments of stillness, find life's keys.
For in the end, it's the smile that remains,
A beacon of light through life's fleeting pains.
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MUSINGS:
?In a world often clouded by struggles, our latest poem, "The Light of a Smile," offers a poignant reminder to seek clarity and joy amidst life's challenges.
?Why let the smoke of hardships blur the eyes that smile? This powerful question sets the tone for a reflective journey through the poem, urging us to reconsider the necessity of harsh penance that turns our world into a barren desert. Instead, it invites us to embrace our trials with a spirit as free and innocent as a child's, casting aside worries and finding peace in simplicity.
?The poem encourages us to abandon the notion that peace can be found in suffering's tears. True peace lies in embracing life's journey with a light heart, discovering inner sight through simple joys. This wisdom resonates deeply, reminding us to trust in the path life lays before us, much like a child trusts their parents.
?By casting aside worries, we allow our minds to be at ease, finding life's keys in moments of stillness. Ultimately, it is the enduring smile that remains our beacon of light, guiding us through the fleeting pains of existence.
?As you reflect on this poem, ask yourself: Are you allowing life's smoke to obscure your vision, or are you embracing each moment with the clarity of a child's smile?
?(Ref # MK 362-12 dt:9th Jul ,2024)