Thought
Hide away from fabled beast
Consuming humans for its feast
Red paper and fireworks’ bang
A clash of cymbals loudly clang
Enough to frighten doubt and fear
Inviting strength of ox this year
No need to heavy burden carry
No need to panic hurriedly
From year to year migrants we
Are sure of finding destiny
What does scripture say of it?
Studied intricately bit by bit?
On a journey with bags in tow
We come from One to One we go
Selecting bodies to transport
And routes - by long way or short
Attention held with chant and song
Keeps beasts at bay and mind strong
(inspired by Chinese New Year)
Prayer
O Divine travelling companion on our journey. What a joy when I consider Thee as such. All burdens are lightened, and all worries dissolved by Thy guiding presence. May joy enter all hearts as we sing and dance and make merry for life is a journey, we are the travellers, we come form thee and we go to thee.
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