Feasting Time- by Charmaine Candappa

Feasting Time – by Charmaine Candappa

The whirling April breeze blows through the trees

While the yellow Erabadhu flowers drip heavily down from its branches

Blooming at this time of year

The gnarled Jak trees with its great trunks are burdened with ripe fruit

Emanating a strong aroma, ready to be plucked as a treat so good

Velvety plums from the Sapadilla tree glisten in the sun

 As squirrels scamper happily having fun

 The Koha bird continues its song at regular intervals

Reminding us that the New Year  is near

Roasted rice flour, cadjunuts and treacle

Ready for the preparation of sweetmeats for the table

Milk rice and combs of banana

Usher in the New Year in Sri Lanka.

Charmaine Candappa