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Vows in Henna
by Mitu Bhatia → (All Poetry by Mitu Bhatia)
Saturday, July 27, 2019    Rated "G" by the Author.
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Indian tradition of henna designs and anklets worn by the bride, seem like vows written in henna.


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 Vows in Henna

 
Aesthetic rustic
designs
floral, geometric 
enshrine
secret vows and
promises.
Unsaid yet eternally 
abiding
on beautiful feet and 
ankles
that are constantly 
grounded.
 
Tiny tinkling anklets
intimately 
embrace these divine
vows, 
seductive as she steps 
with grace.
With time the promise in 
henna fades
slowly disappear from
her skin
binding them forever, 
as soulmates !
                               mitu
 
 

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 Reviews of "Vows in Henna"
Reviewed on July 29, 2019
Thank you for sharing this lovely tradition with us Mitu. It brought back the many traditional encounters shared at a wedding reception. They are all so meaningful and so special.

Ingeborg

Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on July 28, 2019
It is really unfortunate that such artistry is only displayed temporarily and then is lost except to the memories of the couple married. But I don't approve of tattoos as a way of making this artistry permanent.

The photo helps keep the memories alive and is a form of preservation of a fleeting image as well.

Ron

Reviewed by John Herlihy
Reviewed on July 27, 2019
A beautiful and meaningful rendering of what the symbol of henna could mean. I am familiar with usages of henna as I have lived in the Middle East for many years, yet I have never thought of it in this striking manner. Lovely writing.


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