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V. N. Giritharan's Song: "You Made Me Feel Love!"

V. N. Giritharan's Song: "You Made Me Feel Love!" - English translation of the Tamil song written by V.N.Giritharan.  Music & Voice: AI SUNO | Artwork: AI

Listen on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUWeFIBBsek

You Made Me Feel Love!

You walked in dancing, and I lost myself.
You sang, and I spread my wings, thinking of you.

How, through your gaze, did such feelings
Unfold like a canvas, a wonder of creation.
They now reside deep within my heart.
I realized this with your unexpected arrival.

You walked in dancing, and I lost myself.
You sang, and I spread my wings, thinking of you.

Every moment is filled with thoughts of you.
Whether I rise or fall, it's your memory that stays.
You plowed the fields of my heart,
And with your charm, made me restless.

You walked in dancing, and I lost myself.
You sang, and I spread my wings, thinking of you.

You made me feel the emotion called love.
Because of that, my dear, you’ve settled in my heart.
You made me realize a heart that does not live for itself.
And I would say, my love, this is enough for me.

You walked in dancing, and I lost myself.
You sang, and I spread my wings, thinking of you.

Song: The Great Tree That Doesn't Wither in Life's Storm

English translation of the Tamil song written by V.N.Giritharan:
Music & Vocals: AI SUNO Art: AI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4dQTN3nn0g 

Song: The Great Tree That Doesn't Wither in Life's Storm by V.N.Giritharan:

I am the great tree that doesn’t wither in life’s storm.
I am the unwavering, strong tree that never bows down.

Life is a vast river full of whirlpools.
In the swirling heart, I will stand firm.
What’s the use of breaking down?
What’s the benefit of falling, swept away?

I am the great tree that doesn’t wither in life’s storm.
I am the unwavering, strong tree that never bows down.

As long as I live, I will create joy.
If a great obstacle arises, I will face it.
I will not retreat to the sidelines.
I will confront it. I will swim against the current and keep moving forward.

I am the great tree that doesn’t wither in life’s storm.
I am the unwavering, strong tree that never bows down.

We only live once here.
In our life, let’s realize the good.
I won’t be shaken by mirages.
I will recognize the illusion and keep walking.

I am the great tree that doesn’t wither in life’s storm.
I am the unwavering, strong tree that never bows down.

Relentless effort is the only necessity.
That alone is the solid foundation for growth.
I will journey with this truth in my heart.
A time of great prosperity is sure to greet me.

I am the great tree that doesn’t wither in life’s storm.
I am the unwavering, strong tree that never bows down.

Poem: Wake up, super human! By V.N.Giritharan

- Composed and sung by AI SUNO. | Art ny AI -

This is the translation of my Tamil poem written in the eighties, later published in Thayagam (Canada) and in e-magazines Pathivukal and Thinnai. It is also included in my first anthology of poems published by Mangai Pathippagam.

Poem: Wake up, super human!  By V.N.Giritharan

Concrete! Concrete! Concrete!

Walls! Radiating heat and burning with intensity,
The smooth, deceptive white surfaces.

Sidewalks of cement that wear a mocking grin.

Spaces lie entranced, embraced by fearless pillars.

In the filtration of air currents,
Flowing warm rays.
In the playful laughter of frost droplets,
The chill sweeps through,
Amid the sweetness of dreams about meadows,
Underneath the blue canvas,
Lie the sorrowful memories
Of the cold earth mother.

Poem: Ontario Science Centre: The Cool Breeze of the Concrete Jungle!

- Recently, Ontario's Minister of Infrastructure, Kinga Surma, abruptly closed the Ontario Science Centre without any prior notice due to the condition of the roof. This poem reflects the impact of that closure. -

You are not just a land mark.
You are not just an architectural marvel.
You are an experience intertwined
With the lives of the  people,
You are an emotional mosaic.

You have been a mentor to us.
You have been a friend to us.
You have been a magician showing us wonders.
You have been an artist bringing us joy.

You are the cool breeze
In the heat-emitting concrete jungle.

Ontario Science Centre: An Iconic Building, Architectural Gem, and Great Landmark That Should Be Preserved No Matter What!

 

Our honourable Minister of Infrastructure, Kinga Surma said the Ontario Science Centre had to be closed abruptly because the roof was no longer safe. Public safety was her primary concern. However, based on various reports and experts' opinions, this was not the case. The building was not in imminent danger, and the exhibition could have continued. The Centre was also a good choice for a temporary location. So why did the minister panic the public? Only she knows. 

She is the minister responsible for the closure. She should have consulted with experts, the public, and the architects who designed the iconic building. Then she should have informed her superiors of her decision on this matter. She should have stood up and said loudly that this structure should be saved no matter what.

Why did the provincial parliament abruptly close the Ontario Science Centre?

Why did the provincial parliament abruptly close the Ontario Science Centre? I don't understand the government's logic behind this closure. In my view, the main reason for the centre's closure is developers' greed. The Crosstown railway is about to open after many delays. Due to this railway line, the land value around the Science Centre is skyrocketing. If you see what's going on in its proximity, it becomes clear that this is the main reason. IBM Canada (later Celestica) has moved out, and residential construction has been underway for the past few years. Nearby, the Don Valley Golf Course shows signs of future development. Many residential apartments around the centre are likely to meet the same fate in the future. I feel for the poor residents living there.

According to the late Raymond Moriyama, a Canadian architect who designed the centre, it could last over 250 years with proper management (as stated in his letter published in the Toronto Star).