Dr. K.S.R.R. Sarma,
D.Litt(USA), M.A. (Bihar), M.A. Andhra, B.A.(Econ), B.Ed.,
B.J., DIF., M.M., Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh, India.
I am indeed
happy to go through these poems as they almost usurped my
entire attention. The narrative aspect of the poems is indeed
fine and graceful. The rhyme scheme is sonorous and melodious.
You have a fine flow of imagination and expression. The
words are simple and thought provoking. No doubt, if you
send your poems to the World University, they will fetch
you doctorate. Your ideas are natural.
“The
Balance of Life and Death”—the
sequence of thought and resulting consequences are thought
provoking—each poem embodies poetic talent. The free
flow of imagination is really a beautiful thing, I came
across. You have taken not only Earth but also Heaven into
your theme. The word sound is superb. There is imagery in
your writing besides figures of speech. Why can’t
you send them to some English magazine which without doubt
will provide a space for your poems?
Shri Y. Anandasivaiah,
Chief Sub-Editor, “INDIAN EXPRESS”, Daily News
Paper
I have read
Sri Rajaram’s poems with interest. His lines on “The
Untamable Shrew” reflect his sense of humour.
It is laudable that he has chosen short stories (eg. “All
in one”) in verse form to create an interest for children.
His piece on the Ocean is indicative of his admiration for
the creations of the Lord of Universe. In fine, his selection
of topics for his work, I believe, will interest various
sections of the Society.
A
Bud Crushed Under The Foot
Dr.Subhendu Kar (9/22/2006)
congrats,
Rajaramji, I really appreciate your narration of social
maladies in poetic form. It is clear cut direction to people
& society to make a reforms to need of time. Well penned.
please carry on more.
Somehwre Here (6/26/2006)
Such instances are very common in India.
We still haven't grown to accept love marriages. Pitiful
indeed. You've done a fantastic job with this poem, it's
such a common topic but hardly we address it and that too
in a poem. -- Preets
Lucy Burrow (12/6/2005)
Rajaram, this
is a lovely piece - well not the topic, but it shows the
futility of wasting a life, and for what? If only mankind
could appreciate fellow man, and learn to live alongside
him, peacefully, what a more blessed world this would be.............but
I don't see it happening, sadly! Well done
Maggie Flanagan-Wilkie
(10/14/2005)
You did an
excellent job recreating the news in your piece. thank you
for inviting me to take a look at your work.
Ernestine
Northover (10/8/2005)
Nobody sees
anyone else's point of view now, without losing their tempers.
They only hear their own wants and desires, which is so
sad. Life is so precious, and so is love. I always look
for the good in people and try not to critisize other peoples
intentions or ideas. Why can't we welcome people into our
families instead of making a barrier between us. Nice poem
with a strong message. Sincerely Ernestine Northover
Poetry Hound (10/8/2005)
My favorite
line is 'And gave the boy a chase hot'
DR. CELESTINE RAJ MANOHAR
A. (10/8/2005)
People have
lost their sense of values these days. They are guided by
an impulsive, illogical behaviour and ego. Children too
are to be blamed. The whole society everywhere is gradually
becoming less civilized and more intolerant. People are
unable to accept their own follies. How will they ever forgive
others'?
Very sad news indeed. A heart-rending true story, We can
only pray for divine intervention to prevent such senseless,
ruthless killings in future.
A
Cow Tells Its Story
Risha Ahmed/9yrs (11/12/2006)
It is such
a beautiful poem. The simplicity bowled me over
Chandan Roy (9/6/2006)
Sir, This
has truly hit the nail. The message is so loud and clear....
yet in words so simple. You are the master here with the
talent to juggle with the words and deliver some social
cause. We humans could do so much with our lives and if
the guide is of your caliber it becomes more and more exciting.
I totally agree with the comment of Dr. Celestine Manohar
here...... Please never stop your writings your blessings
on us....... Chandan
Sandra Fowler (9/1/2006)
Thomas Carlyle
said, 'Let each become all that he was created capable of
being.'
A very wise poem, Rajaram. As always, my applause.
Sandra
DR. CELESTINE RAJ MANOHAR
A. (9/1/2006)
The story
of every person's life is much more than that of a poor
cow's! There are many things to do in life and achieve but
limited time. Its up to us to break new ground and do better
things, but if we draw a close circle and keep giving lame
excuses for our failures and inabilities, it is sheer stupidity!
A simple common example that carries a
much greater, useful philosophical meaning. well done.
Kee Thampi (9/1/2006)
How many have the courage,
Or, more strength at any age,
To break this stale bondage
That shackles at every stage?
Great message may guide us.
Somehwre Here
(9/1/2006)
There, I've
said it time and again, you make 'morals' and 'what to do
in life' so interesting. Very well written, the message
is clear and the cow example is just perfect. Uncle, you're
awesome!
Preets
A
Day For The Lord
Lissa Black (7/17/2006)
We are all
instruments of the Lord, and i liked how you put how the
man was to work for the Lord, not God give the man pleasure,
because we are all made to live our lives for Him. It is
beautiful! !
Lucy Burrow (12/6/2005)
This is a
wonderful poem, beautiful and spiritual. Thank you for sharing
it. It is indeed worthy of much praise.
Regards,
Lucy
Faith Elizabeth Brigham (9/23/2005)
This is indeed
one of the most beautiful and masterfully written works
I have ever read. Such wonderful imagery, truth and beauty
radiate from this poem. Your true inner beauty shines throughout
it.
A
Driftwood I'm
Anjana Aravind (7/25/2006)
Your style
of writing is unique. I like this poem
Anjana
Lissa Black (7/17/2006)
I like the
limb, am scared of change, and of leaving all that is familiar,
but I know that God will help me through it, and save me,
just like the driftwood. Thank you.
Sara Stowell (6/13/2006)
This
is quite the poem! I enjoyed it immensely. I like your style
of writing, it's very unique.
Sincerely,
Sara Stowell
G. Murdock (12/9/2005)
A great pastoral
symphony of words.
Sandra Fowler
(11/21/2005)
Your poetry
has wit, wisdom, charm and warmth. You are a keen observer
of life. I appreciate your work.
Mary Nagy (9/3/2005)
Wonderful
story and great message
A
Friend In Need Is A Friend Indeed
Mary Das (11/19/2006)
It's nice
story poem.
A
Golden Cage
Sandra
Fowler (5/22/2006)
A very wise
and insightful poem written with beauty and great depth.
Ten without hesitation.
Adam Zank (9/9/2005)
Very good.
I find it difficult to express how this poem brings out
my response, as I have difficulty expressing my response.
Do you know what I mean? I like it, and look forward to
reading other poems you've written. Thanks!
A
Lesson To Ponder Over
Sandra Fowler
(7/23/2006)
What an enchanting
story poem! My applause for this one, Rajaram.
Brian Routh (12/4/2005)
wonderfully
wonderful!
A
Melodrama In A T.V. Channel
Chandan Roy (9/4/2006)
Sir......
This is indeed a poem of the master. Excellently designed
like the film which grows on you frame by frame, stanza
by stanza! The tempo that grows gradually to the height
of the jungle movements is built up with so much of fire
that one can actually pictures the entire scene. I think
you are the finest amongst all of us here.
Somehwre Here (9/1/2006)
You won't
believe the scene that you've described in this poem is
exactly what I saw on Nat Geo. Coincidence? I agree, its
sad that some lives have to bow out, but its a must for
ecological balance and growth of and evolution of living
beings. Very well written. -- Preets
DR. CELESTINE RAJ MANOHAR
A. (9/1/2006)
Hunger can
be truly maddening. Hunger makes some beasts unusually canny
and vile. Crocodiles too have to live.And certainly, they
can't live by eating fish! I fully agree that lives must
be given up to allow other lives to go on sad but true!
Good poem. -- Dr John Celes
Sandra Fowler (9/1/2006)
What a sad
truth has been expressed here. Very thought provoking poem.
A
Mother's Wings
Elya Thorn (2/9/2006)
Oh, this is
so much more than I can bare, so beautiful, so great! Imagery
is amazing, the use of words wonderful, a great poem!
Kee Thampi (2/8/2006)
That allows
its bondage seldom Broken into a blood of freedom.
We fight for free mind
A
Pair Of Points
Somehwre Here (8/11/2006)
Hmm...you are
so right. This world is full of pairs. Loved the concept
of the poem!
Preets
A
Pleasure In The Pain
Prasanna Kumari (9/19/2006)
Your words
have powerfully brought out the sacrifice and pleasure of
motherhood,
and it flows with rhyme like the endless love of mothers.
Thanks a lot for writing this
Prabu ram (9/4/2006)
Wow! You have
very beautifully captured the divine phase of motherhood
in all its colors. Indeed mother is God on earth! In her
we find peace, happiness and comfort both when inside her
womb and outside as a child. What a feel it is to think
of her even!
A
Recipe For A Good Destiny
Rehana Mohammadi (10/3/2005)
I read your
poem really it is very nice...I thought I also right poems
like you.
A
Song Of The World
Richard Stilwell (9/28/2005)
Such truth...
this is excellent!
A
Stone's Confession
Cyclopseven R (12/16/2006)
Truth is truly
wonderful especially if it comes through meaningful verses
such as these. Great poem.
Sandra Fowler (1/12/2006)
This is an
excellent story poem. It is rich in imagination and filled
with truth. I like it very much.
A
Story Of Funny Students
Somehwre Here (6/26/2006)
Oh My God,
this one completely cracked me up. Humor well captured in
this poem!
You've got variety. Will definitely read more from your
collection of poems – Preets
A
Tear For A Bird
Simone Inez Harriman (9/21/2005)
This saddened
me reading this poem. I could really relate to your pen
here as I do love birds and can understand your words. Thank
you Rajaram.
To me the death of a bird,
Ushers a touch of gloom in that word,
A depressed sense of sorrow,
Deep in my heart o'er a sparrow
A
Timetable For A Life
Mary Das (12/14/2006)
This will
keep everyone alert.
Cyclopseven R (12/11/2006)
Hope this work
will send the wheel of reminder rolling for all (including
me) that every seconds worth our breathes.
Sandra Fowler (12/11/2006)
What an amazing
mind you have! Time goes so swiftly that it behooves us
to spend each moment we are given both wisely and well.
Excellent write, Rajaram.
All
Are Equal In A Country
Sandra Fowler (7/26/2006)
Respect for
all life is clearly displayed in this profound poem, Excellent
write.
All
For Good
Rehana Mohammadi (9/6/2005)
Hello well
I read your poem it is good....
An
Universal Religion
Charles Garcia (6/13/2006)
Rajaram:
This is a great post. I am a strong
believer that we live in one world, therefore what is wrong
with one people one world, one God. I just discovered you
postings and will begin reading, (put you on my favorite
list} I too am a youngster, just writing poetry for little
over 3 years since I discovered poetry and poem hunter my
life has been so fulfilled as I discover there is no fences
on the internet
ah! yes will be 82 in October 2006 Sandra Fowler my favorite
list and I respect her judgment. A pleasure for you to read
I think my best work a Haiku called Another Sunset –
Charles
Between
The Devil and The Deep Sea
Sandra Fowler (11/17/2006)
The sweet taste
of hope in the midst of great peril. Life paints many shadows,
but we know that there cannot be shadows without light.
Your message is inspiring. May the dawn come soon for all
those who have to struggle in the night. Your compassion
becomes you.
Black
Or White, The Blood Is Red
The Sleeper (7/19/2006)
I thank you
for the comment you left me, you should read the follow
up' God's reply', hmm just a suggestion, but this piece
is amazing, you took the racial issues towards nature, and
I love how you did it, everything flowed from one to another,
a very powerful piece indeed.
Joe Breunig (5/30/2006)
You've expressed
a wonderful sentiment; in my poem, 'Heavenly Invitation',
I've touched upon a similar theme in a more subtle way.
Paying particular attention to the last stanza, one might
realize that regardless of race, the color of our palms
are basically the same color. Nice job.
Mary Nagy (9/3/2005)
I love this
poem Rajaram! Such a wonderful message here. I completely
agree with you, the different colors of people (there are
many more than just black/white) make this world interesting
and beautiful. I wish more people felt as you do.
Cancer,
The Killer Disease
Charles Garcia (6/13/2006)
I give you
a big 10 I suffered cancer many 30 years ago God decided
to spare me. I have been in complete remission all these
years. Thanks for bringing to our attention
God
Is The Real Owner
Somehwre Here (7/24/2006)
Wise words
from an experienced man! Very well written ~ Preets
Sandra Fowler (7/23/2006)
Words of rare
wisdom from the pen of Rajaram Ramachandran. I like this
one very much.
How
Humble One Should Be?
Joe Breunig (5/30/2006)
An interesting
and intriguing write; it seems, that there's no humility
being demonstrated these days. Nice job.
Richard Stilwell (9/28/2005)
Well said and
I learned something...thank you. Rick
Hunger,
The Pang
Mary Nagy (9/3/2005)
You have such
heart-warming messages in many of your poems. You truly
must be a wonderfully kind man. I am glad to have found
your poems.
Is
Religion Necessary?
Joe Breunig (5/30/2006)
One may argue
that religion is not necessary, but a personal relationship
with God is. Loved the poem's title - it really caught my
attention; a very enjoyable piece.
Laughter
Is The Best Medicine
Somehwre Here (7/1/2006)
Another wonderful
poem! Yes, why go buy an apple when laughs can keep you
fit! Preets
Might
is right
Chandan Roy (8/28/2006)
I was wondering
for sometime... browsing the titles of your poems and waiting
for my mind to decide which should I read... then thought
'Might is right' could be a good read... I am here and much
surprised with the contents.... here is such a beautifully
carved piece... I just would like to join Sandra here and
appreciate the goodness that you have created around us.....
Sandra Fowler (3/15/2006)
The light of
reason, the language of wisdom. To be at peace with God
is to be at peace with the universe He has created. Wonderful
poem.
My
Juhu Beach Walk
Sandra Fowler (7/23/2006)
A fine word
painting created in your own unique style. Lovely work,
Rajaram.
No
Loss No Gain
Erhard Hans Josef Lang (8/21/2006)
The message
of this wonderfully composed poem can bring the most precious
insight into how to best handle one's welfare in life, inasmuch
a truly divine poem
Parable
Of The Prodigal Son
Sandra Fowler (7/26/2006)
The love of
God before we human beings must always stand amazed. Beautiful
retelling of an ageless parable.
Peace
Be With You (Latin-Pax Vobiscum)
Falease Anderson (5/12/2006)
Love, love,
love, love, love it! ! ! ! ! My sentiments exactly. Oh if
the world read this piece, they would stop their empty journeys
to find peace.
Religion
In The Eyes Of A Dove
Sandra Fowler (1/15/2006)
This is a lovely
story poem. It has music as well as meaning.
Seed
First Or Tree First
Somehwre Here (8/19/2006)
He/She the
creator? He asks us for nothing, but just to be the best
we can.
Sir, I truly appreciate your poems. They breathe experience!
Something we’re sure to miss
Eila Mahima Jaipaul (12/10/2006)
what an insightful
poem, so well written. Thank you for posting it. - Eila
Sandra Fowler (12/9/2006)
What an excellent
story. This miser king received poetic justice that was
well deserved. Another eloquent and very wise penning from
Rajaram Ramachandran. If you listen very closely, in the
distance you will hear my warm applause.
The
Best Smile
Cyclopseven R (12/22/2006)
Very true indeed.
Smile is the easiest thing that man always try to do by
hardest means.
Somehwre Here (8/28/2006)
You are so
right Uncle! (That sounds like an Indian address, hai na?)
Thanks for recommending this poem to me, indeed a child's
smile is pure, untainted by artificiality. well written
as always! -- Preets.
The
Division Of Labor
Somehwre Here (8/28/2006)
Each one has to play his part
For the social upkeep in tact,
To promote a nation's welfare,
Or to keep away from warfare.
The main point
of the poem. Sir, I loved how you used examples to get across
your point! – Preets
The
Foolish Speaking English
Somehwre Here (9/17/2006)
How come I
never read this one before? It was hilarious....!
– Preets
Vikram Aarella (5/3/2006)
Hehe hehe,
that’s why use your mother tongue
Mary Nagy (9/3/2005)
Great story
here Rajaram. Very nice. Sincerely, Mary
The
Foster Mother's Love
Nimal Dunuhinga (8/9/2006)
Excellent Rajaram!
Mother is the greatest on earth.........the only weakness
I see is the unlimited love. I grab this poem from my heart.
Aashish Ameya (9/13/2005)
What else I can call it other then simply superb, full of
universal truth.
The
Hearts Of America And The Soul Of India
Elizzzzza Beck (7/19/2006)
I appreciate
your mention of Swami Vivekananda. He was such a heart warming
blessing in his day. I knew him more for his British influence
but he reached around the world. You made me laugh when
you associated 'beep beep' with America because there is
no sound more than the honking of cars that will forever
have Asian associations for me! Never anywhere in the world
have I seen people blasting there horns all day long, person
after person where ever they go or sit. Always enjoy hearing
of Indian perspectives. Thank you for sharing your poem.
Namaste, eliza
The
Life Of Jesus Christ
Mary Das (10/27/2006)
It's a good
write up. This is the truth. I love it.
Joe Breunig (5/30/2006)
An enjoyable
and epic write; loved the strong (and truthful) ending!
The
Life Of Shiridi Sai Baba
Mary Das (10/27/2006)
He is all in
one. It's a beautiful write up.
The
Tears Of Pearl And Silk
Nagamuthu Osho (8/3/2005)
Respected Savant
Poet, The glorious, pious and astonishing words of the Poet,
Wherever your words spin and spontaneous with ardent silent;
With immaculate sapphire, zephyr of philosophical solace:
Rare soul will coalesce and solace to heart like You in
Grace.
Hail! To Poet! God Bless you,
Yours sincerely,
N.Karthikeyan Osho
The
Tears wasted
Chandan Roy (8/11/2006)
The Tears
Wasted! Never will be again. This goes to all the husbands....
STAND UP & APPLAUD!!! And the wives should be thankful
to the poet for relating to their thoughts and turning their
tears into words. This is an astounding piece of work. Truly
amazing. The social message is so silently delivered; only
a master of the language could do such justice with the
language.
Aashish Ameya (9/11/2005)
good poem,
though here husband is scienctist, but it's true for most
of the hubbies who are living in metros and working hard
for money. and lost simple but beautiful moments of life.
What
Is In A Profession?
Somehwre Here (8/14/2006)
Lovely twist
in the tale! You are a poem whose more of a story-teller.
Love that quality of yours! -- Preets
What
Is Love?
Mary Das (10/31/2006)
Dear sir, it's
a beautiful poem. I love it.
What
remains one’s own?
Sandra Fowler (11/12/2006)
The soul of
the selfless Queen lights the last lines of this profound
and beautiful poem. Very powerful message, Rajaram. The
life that is lived without a soul is really no life at all.
Which
is more valuable?
Sandra Fowler (1/22/2006)
A poem that
has great moral value. Those who go into the darkness to
mine coal have a special kind of dignity and bravery. My
grandfather began to be a coal miner when he was only twelve
years old. Even though his back was bent from a slate fall,
he loved the mines until the day God took him home. Thank
you for writing this fine piece.
Solomon Brook (1/21/2006)
Wow. I simply
loved this poem it is excellently executed. Love the play
Why
You've Fear When I'm Here?
Mary Das (10/27/2006)
I love this
poem. I feel better after reading this poem.
