Expressions of love

In my sanctum sanctorum room
of worshipped Gods and Goddesses,
Photos and carvings amidst fragranced
incense my Avatar is seated,
I garland him with Rose and Jasmine
flowers fresh and closely knit,
it is Not the warmth of hug or kiss,
but the best expressions of DIVINE love
and loyalty by the garland and decor.

Mother’s first expression of love is
in her first feed of milk,
Milk of warmth and kindness,
just as the cow licks her new born
Calf , inimitable expression of love,
gardener’s expression of love
through his water pail,
both in the morn and evening,

What more love children want
than the gifts of toys and chocolates
and words of appreciation,
‘excellent’ ‘ good’ ‘wonderful’
from their teachers in the class,


It is His expression of His Love
for His creation, that makes
Him give a long rope.