The Ocean of Life – II

a poem by Ramesh T A

It’s better not to be born here than to be so to cross this ocean;
For, it is impossible to overcome all the woes of the world.
If one culture is followed nothing is wrong with the nation;
But if one culture is not there one country cannot be there!

Culture, literature and nature no one cares today to nurture;
Most think money, drinks and dames are all about man’s life;
So, is politics or philosophy the route to achieve the goals?
Art, science and philosophy sub-serve to party politics;
And party politics decides the fate or fortune of one’s life!

In every walk of life the main thought of man is politics;
Of all, political thought only man seems to be very serious, for,
Food, money and pleasures he enjoys in the dream of elections!
Tossed on these thoughts the ship sailors sail on in the ship.

Exchange of gun fires between ships are seen yonder soon!
Some govt. ships surrounded the trespassing ships near by;
Smuggled gold, arms and ammunition are captured soon!
Intoxicating stuffs and sale of military secrets are unearthed!
Patrol guards’ beaming smiles confirm offer of awards to them!

World travelling sailors are welcomed for the victory celebration
And they get down to the port town to participate in the function.
This land of legends, religions and literatures enjoys freedom
But due to mass illiteracy democracy survives without discipline there!

There is not one culture here but many diverse cultures!
There is not one language here but many different languages!
There is not one religion here but many different religions!
There are not two political parties here but many political parties!

Poverty and unemployment eternally remain unsolved here
And unchecked corruption leaks out vital secrets of the country!
Yet, there is unity in diversity in this land of many resources!
So, the world sailors after the night repose leave the place at dawn.