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Post by simpledip on Jul 8, 2018 5:14:19 GMT -6
It is a morning like all others but in the city of Kathmandu
I wake up in the dark not to the whispering silence in the breeze
but to the lilting ululation of Muezzin's adhan calling the faithfull to fajr
the changes that have come in old ancient mountains and valleys-
sounds of adhan along with tinkles of temple bells
then comes the harsh prosaic sounds
someone opening the gate rusted hinges complaining
the rhythmic whisking sound from brooms the cleaner sweeping the road
with two brooms wielded by two hands
in zen repetition
whose mystic meanings were known only to him
the morning sounds of transformed Kathmandu
coming alive to a new day joined by temple bells
singing ancient chimes
different from the whispering breeze swaying over the terraces
silent mist watching dawn where I come from ~Dip |
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Post by AquarianM on Jul 8, 2018 5:20:44 GMT -6
Beautiful. This is a graceful look at life in a far-away place for me. Love it.
Dan
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Post by lostineternity99 on Jul 8, 2018 6:22:35 GMT -6
Your mystically serene imagery reminds me of T. Lobsang Rampa and his captivating books as a child living in Tibet; wonderful writing.
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Post by susan on Jul 8, 2018 7:15:45 GMT -6
beautiful
and listening to well near where that is, at the moment on the news you being it more into life
susan
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Post by QueenFoxy on Jul 8, 2018 19:20:57 GMT -6
I am totally mesmerized by your description of the coming of dawn in your world. A beautiful image has been brushed by your words.  |
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Post by Brian on Jul 8, 2018 21:24:50 GMT -6
The real appreciation for what you have upon waking shines through in this lovely creation that brings us to it.
A wonderful look into what for many, is another world.
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Post by simpledip on Jul 9, 2018 7:27:15 GMT -6
Beautiful. This is a graceful look at life in a far-away place for me. Love it. Dan Dan, Thank you for your observations. Nepal has for long intrigued outsiders with stories of Lost Horizons & Shangri-la. It has been shrouded in mystery until the 1950s when its borders were first opened to foreigners. A landlocked rectangle that curves along central Himalaya, Nepal is 885km long and from 90 - 220 kms wide. Such a small country has an astonishing diversity of terrain. In one day you fly amidst the world's highest mountains, walk around the most beautiful ancient temples and ride elephants in the tall grass of the jungles. Entirely mountainous except for a narrow strip along its southern border - the climate range from alpine sub-zero temperatures to tropical heat. Kathmandu Valley is what I call "Crossroads of Culture". Nowhere in the world will you find the same concentrations of Culture, Art and Tradition that still today co-exist in the Kathmandu Valley. The Valley is a crucible of culture - distilled from centuries of travellers, traders, artists and artisans on their way between the ancient civilisations of India & China. Sealed for centuries from Western World, national pride, fierce independence, derived perhaps from the fact that Nepal has never been colonised is a way of life for a Nepali. Politeness is rated very highly by us. Every Breath a Prayer: You would probably agree if you are here, that there are more Gods than people in Kathmandu! Namaste. - Dip |
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Post by simpledip on Jul 9, 2018 8:03:55 GMT -6
Your mystically serene imagery reminds me of T. Lobsang Rampa and his captivating books as a child living in Tibet; wonderful writing. “Sixth sense” ability transcends our five most basic human senses, usually making itself known to us via gut feelings. It can be said that our third eye knows the unknown, sees the unseen.... Mystic East. Namaste |
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Post by simpledip on Jul 9, 2018 8:28:42 GMT -6
beautiful and listening to well near where that is, at the moment on the news you being it more into life susan Thank you Susan for your appreciation. I value it most. Namaste |
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Post by simpledip on Jul 9, 2018 8:29:40 GMT -6
I am totally mesmerized by your description of the coming of dawn in your world. A beautiful image has been brushed by your words. Bows deeply. Take care. Namaste |
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Post by simpledip on Jul 9, 2018 8:31:24 GMT -6
The real appreciation for what you have upon waking shines through in this lovely creation that brings us to it. A wonderful look into what for many, is another world. Thank you for your encouraging words. Namaste |
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Post by QueenFoxy on Jul 9, 2018 9:28:28 GMT -6
Morning Dip. I love your world that you have brought to share with us. It seems uncomplicated and gentle. I like that politeness is so highly valued in your culture. That is very important to me but it seems to be becoming a forgotten art in my little corner of the world. I hope it never changes in your world. It is something very beautiful in itself. Have a magical day, my friend. |
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Post by simpledip on Jul 10, 2018 7:34:29 GMT -6
Morning Dip. I love your world that you have brought to share with us. It seems uncomplicated and gentle. I like that politeness is so highly valued in your culture. That is very important to me but it seems to be becoming a forgotten art in my little corner of the world. I hope it never changes in your world. It is something very beautiful in itself. Have a magical day, my friend. Yes, There IS Magic all around us - I believe in that. Nepal is going through a beginning of "change" - from sleepy culture to the hectic work style of modern world. But fortunately the culture of politeness remains. Namaste. - Dip |
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