Diwali, a festival of light
Dark and moonless night
Light only of earthen lamps
Light that keeps shining bright

Kids and adults celebrating the
beginning of another new year
For kids it’s fireworks; for adults gift
exchange with those they hold dear

Family dolled up in new clothes
Each and everyone in festive mood
After completion of Laxmi Poojan,
will partake in gourmet holiday food

festivities will continue
late into the night
thanks to our good fortune
and financial foresight

But ………
Let’s not forget those
not as fortunate as we
Lets share the riches, watch
their faces light up in glee.