Peacocks and nightingales

Danseuse peacocks frequently assembled

Under an arbour of a banyan tree

And enacted among themselves their skills.

Each came with mind and eye set on Its feat

And went with no notice on others feet.

Melody queen nightingales often gathered

Upon lush branches of a banyan tree

And recited among themselves their skills.                                                  

Each came with mind and ear set on its tone                                        

And went with no effect from others’ notes.

Peacocks and nightingales for dance and music                                           

Aren’t good audience; it must be ducks and doves.

28.11.2004