I have heard travelers to my homeland say
They either hated India or loved it all the way
Being in India evokes strong emotions
There is no middle ground, no moderation
Of opinions- India saturates your senses
With its juxtaposition of clashing experiences
The loudness, the vibrance, the traditions-all in your face
The disquieting lack of physical and emotional space
Counterbalanced by the warmth of family ties
Resourcefulness that takes you by surprise
In a land where resources are few
The breadth of culture is bewildering too
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In the congestion, pollution and noise, one can get caught
And hate India because comfortable it is not
For those who go beyond the annoyances and see
The incredible face of India in its authenticity
Are the ones you would see loudly proclaim
That they love India, and not just in name!
Passion...unbridled 