A Memory
July 5, 2023Song of the Guitar
July 5, 2023When I Want a Shapeful Dream
When I want a shapeful dream I write poetry,
And when I want a dreamlike shape I paint;
When I want you to speak to me I write poetry,
And when I want you to smile with me I paint;
When I want to cry for you I write poetry,
And when I want you to weep for me I paint
When I want to touch your heart I write poetry
And when I want to catch your sight I paint;
When I want to die for the living I write poetry,
And when I want a life for the dead I paint;
So poetry and paint6ing go side by side
As the very moon and her moonbeam;-
In poetry should is the painting,
And in the painting soul is the poem,
And so, my love, my eye is your painting,
And my heart your poem.
Balkrishna Sama
Balkrishna Sama (1903-1981) was a Nepalese poet and writer who wrote in Nepali and Maithili languages. He is known for his contributions to the Maithili language and literature. His works often dealt with social issues such as untouchability and discrimination, as well as themes of love, nature, and spirituality. Some of his notable works include "Muna Madan", "Koila Devi", and "Chandrajyoti".