For Puja

For my childhood friend... Puja Banerjee who brings fond memories of fun times...trials ...trust and generosity.

Red glittering attire
Hair... a fall of ebony
lissome moves, She
Of elfin grace
A smile so charming
Dazzling daylight
Like molten sunlight
On creamy ivory.
A graciousness
That comforts
Her face is
Sweet blessing
to witness. 

Beautiful woman
You befriend the world
With beauty and courage
You're a luminous
Glorious patch of
Sunshine
On a cool cloudy day.

Walk in grace and courage always....
Be dauntless...For you're
Puja
Offering of
The Gods...

(c) Amrita Valan 2015