Tropical December

The golden sun’s heat dances
under the stronger  ravane’s* beats,
First caress, caress of summer
enchants  warmly shy, tropical December.

The fire-red flamboyant* blossom
soothing the lassitude of impatient passants*,
Ripe fruits, fruits of season
appease proudly hunger’s, thirst’s satisfaction.

The exotic straw hats rest
on  heads sheltered from UV-light,
Cool dresses, dresses of summer-time
guide confidently walks, swims sublime.

Tropical December sings mystic island’s songs
dispelling careless decisions all-wrong,
Light hearts, hearts of freedom
bless wisely unforgettable, festive season.

Vatsala Radhakeesoon
 

*ravane : The main musical instrument used in Mauritian traditional songs and dances,                  the Sega.

*flamboyants (from French): Tropical tree bearing red flowers

*passants (from French): passers-by

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