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by Rabindranath Tagore — a poem card from Justes Mots

A figure finds joy and contentment in patient waiting by the roadside, observing nature's cycles and sensing approaching happiness through signs and messengers. The poem radiates quiet optimism and faith in arrival, celebrating mindful presence and receptivity to promise. It serves those seeking encouragement during periods of hopeful anticipation and uncertainty.

This is my delight, thus to wait and watch at the wayside where shadow chases
light and the rain comes in the wake of the summer.

Messengers, with tidings from unknown skies, greet me and speed along the road.
My heart is glad within, and the breath of the passing breeze is sweet.

From dawn till dusk I sit here before my door, and I know that of a sudden the
happy moment will arrive when I shall see.…

Themes: love · new-baby · wedding · friendship