Son'Ny! This Cradlesong Is Not So Sweet Poem by nimal dunuhinga

Son'Ny! This Cradlesong Is Not So Sweet

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We are always looking for something else
And really we believe if we get it
Then we could be happy forever.
Who realizes that 'Happiness forever' was an impossibility?
This relative changes in the mind which undertakes and keeps the man on running towards the Eternity.
Please try to sleep well my baby and do not wake up to this giddy World.


(I dedicate this poem to the poetess Patricia Gale in gratitude.)

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Alison Cassidy 17 October 2007

Wisdom shines through your thoughtfully chosen words about the illusion that happiness is something you can 'get' if you 'consume' enough, if you look far enough, if you try hard enough. As Sandra says - happiness and sorrow are the two sides of the same thing - life. They go hand in hand - like bride and groom. Another fine poem from a thoughtful, compassionate soul. love, Allie xxxx

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Sandra Fowler 16 October 2007

'Happiness forever' is not possible in this world and sadness also comes to pass..Like Tagore's butterfly, we live in the moments we are given and have time enough.But I believe it does get better farther on..Your last lines are especially compelling. You are a poet worthy of the name. You must be happy about that! Take care.. Always your friend, Sandra

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