Poems For Birland by Edwin Antonio Gaona Salinas

Author: Birland Poets First edition: June 2021 Cover image: Of Birland Any form of reproduction, distribution, public communication or transformation of this work can only be carried out with the authorization of the State Birland, except for exceptions provided by law. Published for Birland by Edwin Antonio Gaona Salinas - Poetas Intergalacticos. Compiled and edited by Eden Soriano Trinidad. Birland, 2021 2

Dedication: This book is dedicated to Birland

Dedicatoria: Este libro está dedicado a Birland

Foreword: The World requires the punctual execution of rights such as the predetermination of the peoples, and the poets with their lyrics have dedicated their poetry to Birland, under the perspective of the realization of freedom and the gaze of a Free, Independent State and with the enjoyment of Your rights. Human beings who create culture, who create art, are committed to leaving a story for Birland, full of successes for generations to come. Very soon life in Birland will paint its culture, its poetry as well as its advances. But this is not achieved if we do not give part of our strength and perhaps our heart to the realization of a dream. That dream for the poets who write here is Birland.

Prólogo: El Mundo requiere la ejecución puntual de derechos como la predeterminación de los pueblos, y los poetas con sus letras han dedicado a Birland su poesía, bajo la perspectiva de realización de la libertad y la mirada de un Estado Libre, Independiente y con el goce de sus derechos. Los seres humanos que crean cultura, que crean arte, están comprometidos en dejar para Birland una historia, llena de aciertos para las generaciones venideras. Muy pronto la vida en Birland nos pintará su cultura, su poesía como sus avances. Pero esto no se logra si no entregamos parte de nuestro acervo y quizá de nuestro corazón a la realización de un sueño. Ese sueño para los poetas que escriben aquí es Birland.

Eden Soriano Trinidad O Birland, tiny no man’s land, The warmth of the sun shower Envelope and smile upon you, Awakening you from deep slumber For vision of greatness is poured upon you. January 1, 2021

BIRLAND Part 1 “Please do not leave without us B I R L A N D!” An utter loss… Africa, the cradle of humanity; Emir found your last country, within your territory, Bound by its own border, bedecked by golden dunes, this pastureland of golden sand is the new state in our hand. Your forgotten children Desolate in the long well land called “Bir Tawil”. Birland, the land for the stateless & refugees in the arid land and wilderness, under the dark nights 7

maddening scorching heat soon, tears of joy will gaily kiss your cheeks We, the original inhabitants Have laid our hands on this land! Oh Sudan, Oh Egypt! Oh Africa, our Mother land! Do not leave without us, Birland! Copyright: Eden Soriano Trinidad February 27, 2021

Name:

EDEN SORIANO TRINIDAD

Country: Philippines Title: H.R.M. Prof. Dr. Queen Eden S. Trinidad Email: edenpm@birlandgov.org (edenstrinidad5@gmail.com) Website: edensorianotrinidad.com WhatsApp: +639176221977 As a poet: Eden’s work has been published in The University of The Philippines Freeipianiana Online Library and Likhaan Institute of Creative Writing, numerous international and local newspapers, literary magazines, poetry book anthologies and have been translated into many languages. Recently she was awarded the Power Poet Award in the 1st Jin Yan’an Culture & Art Festival in Yan’an City China.

It is her life’s advocacy to promote Peace, Harmony, and Global healing through education, literary and cultural forms for the upliftment of human race. She loves learning new things, achieving and accomplishing great endeavors in life that will bring great impact to humanity as a whole. She promote peace and the message of peace globally through her peaceful means of conducting peace education through Literary and Cultural forms, engaging the young generations to tree planting, music, arts, culture education, and as Peace and Humanitarian international guest speakers to International events/programs. Copyright: Eden Soriano Trinidad. February 27, 2021.

International Status/Appointment/Partnerships: 1. Prime Minister, General International Representative of a newly emerging country in the African Continent- Birland State in BirTawil. 2. Permanent Royal Princess of Kutai Mulawarman Kingdom in Kerajaan East Kalimantan Indonesia. 3. Royal Princess and Secretary General Coordinator International of Bakholokoe Nation in Harrismith, South Africa. 4. Minister of Foreign Relations, Global Ambassador and Charge D Affaires in Asia Pacific of the Embo Kingdom in Johannesburg, South Africa. 5. Royal Queen of Ezeigbo Ohanaeze Kingdom (Central Ghana Africa) in Asia Pacific and President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Ghana Organization in the Philippines.

6. Secretary -General and Charge D’Affaires , Board of Director of United Global Kingdoms in Asia Pacific. 7. World Leader Ambassador for Peace of Fundacion El Sol in Columbia. 8. Member of Board Management of The Institute of Roma and European Researches Serbia. 9. Philippine Representative -FEPJOBA -Friends of Elected President Joe Biden in Africa 10. International Conference Affairs Advisor of the Federation Of World Cultural Arts and Society in Singapore (FOWCAAS) 11. President Social Worker Commonwealth Club UK (CEC) 12. Director of Atunis Galaxy Poetic – Belgium. 13. International Vice President of Jara Foundation Nepal whose service are for Education, literary and cultural forms. 14. President of Chinese Spring Poetry Festival Philippine Branch. 15. Vice-President of Silk Road Poetry – China. 12

16. International Director in the Philippines of The International Arab Media Network based in Sydney. 17. Ambassador of Leadership Autonomy International – Philippines. 18. International President and Owner of Royal Kutai Mulawarman Peace International Institute (RKMPII) 19. Appointed Member of International Forum to Support the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nation (IFFSDGUN) 20. Founding Member-Gawad Ybarra Foundation – Philippines. 21. Founder and President of Unity World Peace Poets (UNWPP) 22. International Poet, published author, translator in Filipino Language. 23. Adviser of Poetry Magazine - Jinan China. 24. Adviser of Chinese Literature Magazine Wuhan China. 25. Member China Network and China Poetry – China. 13

26. Profession: Pioneer Teacher/Founding member / School Director/School Principal of Lucio Abrigo Memorial Learning Center, Inc. San Agustin Iba, Zambales. 27. Founder and President EDEN S TRINIDAD CORPORATION.

Birland Between Sudan and Egypt There is a land of dignity A land of love and security A land of peace and harmony Though a land in the dessert But it’s an oasis of long waterwell A land of beauty and strategy For the homeless to dwell. A land of precious glory In the hearts of peace loving poets This is the modern land Flowing with Milk and Honey. ~ 7th Deb. 2021 ~

Birland Happiness In Birland ~ 13th March 2021 ~ Af:) are the international oceans And across the distant land Between Sudan and Egypt Traveling by came

or by jeeps.

Stateless friends around the globe Living there, amongst palms and oasis Such is Birland, a land of beauty Where peace and harmony truly exist. A state with a national flag Of blue, white and green The symbols of smiling faces Can be discretely seen. By the grace of God, the Almighty People staying there are healthy. A state blessed by divine happiness Not a country of sand dunes wilderness. 17

Mr. Alan Liew Mr. Alan Liew is a Malaysian, a resident of Kuala Lumber, the federal capital of Malaysia. He was educated and trained as a mechanical engineering consultant at the University Technology Malaysia. He was a specialist in mechanical services in various types of buildings. He was involved in the "design and specification" work such as air conditioning, mechanical ventilation, refrigeration (cold rooms), lifts and escalators, fighting systems, plumbing and sanitation, hot and cold piping systems etc. Besides being a consultant for building services, he was also involved in the following activities 1) he was appointed by the ministry of Labor, Manpower and Training to serve as chairman (for almost 5 years) for the air conditioning and refrigeration section of the Lembaga Latihan 18

Perindustrian dan Persijilan Ketukangan (the National Industrial Trade Testing And Certification Board). He also "chaired" the committee in the drafting, reviewing of syllabus and trade standard, and also conducted air conditioning and refrigeration examinations in Malaysia. 2) He was a member of the steering committee for the formation of the Association of Air Conditioning Contractors in Malaysia and had served as "Alternate Vice President" 3) He was elected as a treasurer for the steering committee and had assisted in the drafting and preparation of the: Bylaws and constitutions for the formation of the Local Chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers. He was also elected as a Treasurer for the Local Chapter after obtaining approval from the Register of Society, Malaysia. 4) He was elected as a vice president of Kuala Lumpur Dancers' Association ( KLDA ). 19

An association of ballroom dancing, he served as vice president for 5 years. 5) He was a member of Lion Club International, and was elected as president for 2010. The Lion Club is an NGO for charity, its moto is "We Serve". His interest in poetry writing started when he was in lower secondary schools (form 2), He had composed poems and had submitted to the news paper, a few of his poems were selected and published in the news paper, the Malay Mail. Since then he had been continually writing poetries. In fact he is an active blogger, and has been composting and posting poems in his blog. He also post his poems on the FaceBook to share with his FB friends. His blog: tehtarikpoet.blogspot.com Todate in his blog, there are 1094 + (one thousand and ninety four) poems. The various topics of poems he has written are love and romance, nature, global warming and -20

climate change, tsunami and earthquake, peace and anti war, charity, fairytales, poems with stories, and poems of everyday life.. etc. He is currently working to publish his first book on *poetry*. He had been confered the award of GOLDEN DOVES OF PEACE by Motivational Strips Literature group, and the award of Diploma "World Poetic Star " from World Nation Writers Union, the world's largest writers union from Kazakhstan. He has also been given the certificate of Honored Poet Of Malaysia by Lasosyasyon Lar San Frontier (LLSF), An International Literary And Arts Siciety, recognized by the Government of Republic of Seychelles. During the 74th independence day of India he was awarded the certificate of Literary Excellence At Par With Global Standards by Gujarat Sahitya Academy And Motivational Strips. Amongst the various awards, Kishwer Tony Peace Foundation, -21

Canada, Hera Foundation And Tony TV, new York, USA, Khiswer & Tony Radio/TV, Canada has confer on him the INTERNATIONAL AWARD PARAGON OF HOPE. The World Parliament For Peace has confered upon him a WORLD FIVE STAR FOR PEACE AWARD. In addition, he has been awarded and recognized as poet of the day, poets of the months in many poetic groups. Many of his poems were published in web magazine such as the Bharath Vison of Motivational Strips, the Artunis Galazy Poetry, the Web Potal of Global Poet And Poetry. On the 23rd of April 2021, he has also been conferred the Order of Shakespeare Medal by Motivational Strips. In 15th May 2021, he received the William Shakespeare Poetry Award for outstanding accomplishments in global poetry by Margaret 22

Kowlaewska … poetry critic - Malgorzata Kowlaewska. He views the journey of poetry as his destiny and to spread world friendship and peace by way of poetry.

Birland We love Egypt, we love Sudan we also respect both of you But there is a country in between you two Birland, to whom we raise our hands with the support of the globe it truely stands The soil, the water and the atmosphere is truely like no other nations and fair we have not been to you But we can feel your existance and issue It’s a land for true citizens nest Darwinism reminds Survival of the fittest The sunshine brings light every morning The history reminds of its turning People of Birland are in a nation To whom they serve in every generation Existance may not be sufficient indeed we feel they are in a stage of in need we pray with fair humanity The beauty of nation is sovereignty May Birland remain in everybodys heart Human right peace and love we say perth! 25

Dear Birland! Your existance was always there you were far from us But we were feeling from here! From different parts of the globe poets were uniting for you Because the mission for you was universal truth and pure your nomenclature proves that Birland is a souverein country for sure The soil, the atmosphere, the living beings and the sorroundings must be happy today you are inside the hearts of poets dear! Dear Egypt Dear Sudan you got an innocent peace loving friend that is very rare to get! The mission that was started by the peace love and humanity loving figures was really from pure heart and fair! Let’s celebrate we were successful 26

Let’s be united for the truth from every parts of the globe here! Long live Birland! Lets be kind and happy to celebrate and share! Although you are thousands of mile from here. But we can feel you are just near you are our dear. You are our dear!

Rising Birland! Nature is not biased you can feel it Education is cosmopolitan you can deal with it pain is everywhere you can heal it Decades passing by mankind can heel it Struggles needs to be continued soldiers can drill it Development is necessity you can thrill it Solidarity braverity and honesty is there you can grill it Birland remains inside the hearts of us one can silk it The threads of silk are binded forever for the whole world can circle it Dear Birland you are "rising" in every aspects people can fulfill it. 28

Despite Despite of all sorrow Birland will definitely rise n shine tomorrow! The nature, the innocent people The fragarance of love peace n humanity. Birland moves towards unity thorough. We all poets from different parts of the globe will be together with Birlands voice You will definitely stand infront of the world like Kilimanjaro! Development is must in every nation Experts are ready to serve you You please do not hesitate to burrow. Rome was not built in a day Which is an example of hard work and dedication for every nations like a bone marrow. You are the land of honest citizens you are located in a suitable position you give shelter to your true citizens like a Kangaroo! Dear Birland you keep your citizens safe like a Kangaroo! 29

Debendra KC Nepal Debendra KC (Masters in Public Administration) Retired from General Manager TIA CAAN DOB.18 Nov 1962 Hobby Travel, friendship, writing, singing, social works, Playing badminton. Involvement: Life member. International Nepali Litarary Society Gandaki Chapter Member Haridevi Literature n Music forum.co Chairman Saptarangi musical academy life member Kaskeli officers club life member JARA Foundation Nepal Western Region Representative Travelled: India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Thailand, Maldives, Srilanka, UAE, Dubai, Malaysia, Korea, Hongkong, Macao, Turkey, USA, UK, Japan, Germany, Switzerland, France and Canada.

Publications:yesari pokhiyo Man n Pareli bhitrai chhu Poems book.Manko pahiro n Imanko pahad..4 Line poems(muktak) collection book and a lyrics album Yo junima yestai bhayo including 7 songs by seven different singers! Now...Freelancer

Dream about Freedom I dream a future I dream about a place Touch the sand Pray to the Lord Getting off the boat Fly as you never did before Bombs in the right Bombs at the left Bodies full of blood Innocent children crying One day peace will come Come to a place called Birland Freedom I dream

One day No tears will drop from A baby’s face One day Children will be free to play hide and seek Without any bombs Cutting their laughter One day, we will find our road to Birland

Birland A country for the speakers of peace Birland a place where Home is meant to be With our heart we pray As believers We claim Birland will be our home We will protect We will defend Birland Birland Hope and pray for a better World We pray Oh Birland A place where home Is meant to be. 35

Eva Petropoulou Lianoy Eva Petropoulou Lianoy was born in Xylokastro where she completed her basics studies. She loved journalism when she was small and attended journalism lessons at the ANT1 School. In 1994 she worked as a journalist in the French newspaper "Le LIBRE JOURNAL," but her love for Greece won her over and she returned to her sunny home. Since 2002, she lives and works in Athens. She works as a web radio producer reading fairy tales at radio logotexniko vima every Sunday. Recently she become responsible for the children literary section in Vivlio anazitiseis publications in Cyprus. She published books and ebooks: "I and my other avenger, my Skia publications Saita." "Zeraldin and The elf of the lake" in Italian and in French as well as “The daughter of the Moon” in 2 languages English and Greek. “The Moon Daughter” published by Ocelotos 4 times, received best reviews for author's writing and writing style. 36

She is a member of the Unesco Logos and Art Group, of the writers of Corinth, of Panhellenic Writers Association. Also her work is mentioned in the Known Greek awarded encyclopedia for Poets and authors, Harry Patsi, page 300. Her books have been cleared by the Ministry of Education of Cyprus. Eva’s recent work includes: "The water Amazon fairy called Myrtia" illustrated by Vivi Markatos, dedicated to a girl that become handicaped after a sexual assault and the translation of stories of Lafcadio Hearn, "Fairytravel with stories from Far East", an idea that she worked more than 6 months for, illustrated by Ms Ntina Anastasiadou, very well known sculptor and sumie painter in Greece. Blog: http://evalianou.blogspot.gr E-mail: eviepara@yahoo.fr

BIRLAND SYMPHONY See it rests in the greenery of knowledge covered with prosperity happiness, love, friends revives days of the Wise of the Birland Symphony saying, it is the Poet in the most Beautiful Space. Likes the first spring, unexplored paths spends his days accompanied EVERLASTING peace.

with

Memories wander in perfect universe embrace the sunset, leaving with the beauty of daylight. Proud with the Icon Letters, meeting Birland poets finding in them spiritual ballads that got drunk passing common life with a pen in the hand. 39

... call me the bohemian dreamer ... feelings like floating, streets wanderer ranger looking for love. ... attack me ... hug me... say hello ... but please never DO try to extinguish the burning fire for heavenly letters ...

Prof. Tyran Prizren Spahiu Prof. Tyran Prizren Spahiu, was born in Kosovo and he graduated with a degree in English Language and Literature at Prishtina UniversityKosovo. He was awarded Poet of the year by Pegasus Albania. He authored five novels, and sixteen Poetic Verses books in addition to Dream Language English Grammar-Visual English Dictionary. He is a wonderful, passionate, artist, he possesses deep knowledge and high literary skills in the art of prose. In his works he unveiled the major issues of the day, he brings time to its dimensions, building a powerful world of thoughts, psyche and great ideas

BIRLAND (=HOMELAND OF THE HEART) Under the desert sky and next to the river that silently crosses the palm trees a land blessed by Gods waits for the wayfarers. Soil and water, sun, bread and love... Through the roar of the wind and wild waves I, the stranger, have been wandering around for centuries alone without my mother’s amulet. The night when the moon became one with the sea an invisible hand led me here… My soul found a homeland to rely on a port as a shelter and the devouted birds to greet with a ferry-line full of dreams coming and going.

Smaragdi Mitropoulou Smaragdi Mitropoulou was born in Athens. She has studied history and archaeology at the University of Athens and has a postgraduate degree in history from the University of Cardiff, in Great Britain. She serves in secondary education. She is also a Creative Writing graduate (Diploma in Creative Writing) from the Writers’ Bureau College (Manchester, UK), and has studied theater writing at the International Theater Institute and directing at the Foundation of Culture in Tinos island. She has received awards in Greece and abroad for her poetry and prose. Also, she is Programme Coordinator of Writers Capital International Foundation. Up to now, she has written four books, which have been published and launched in Greece. One of them, “One moment just an eternity”, has been translated into English and was published in 2020 by Ontime Books in Great Britain. 44

The Birland a Land of Natives Emerged to mark its place in the hearts The most sought after essence, Yes, you are right, peace that‘s what we are after, a tiny magnificence between Sudan and Egypt, yonder - to embrace seekers of brotherhood, Birland is for you and us Come join the legacy of poets, Let's unite in singing the anthem, No class, creed, sex in violation, Uniformity and harmony is our agend, Let's build the Nation, which has no place for discrimination. *** A strip of land is blooming, 46

calling the attention of the people, Come! I'm the one to hold you in the bosom, come! Into my laps of peace, I just came into existence, to shower you with Harmony of music, to drive away from the discordant hues, I'm the newly born baby on the land called "BIRLAND" *** I travelled across the Nations Picking petals of roses and thorns of all seasons, Yet, I find something brothering my core, yes, everywhere it's more of furore 47

than composure, I landed on the sand a newborn strip of land, a soothing breeze whizzed and welcomed me, wholeheartedly. The very moment I took a resolution of settling down myself in the holy land of peace. *** I'm witnessing a new Dawn, the sun is dazzling with a smile, the flowers whispering with a blush, thanking the angels for bestowing the peace and a marked difference, 48

yes, I'm talking about the booming land and a blooming bud Called pretty "BIRLAND"

Prasanna Kkumar Is a published poet and author of over 1000 macro and micro poems, he acquired Masters in Commerce from Andhra University of India, having in mind troubling issues of society he turned towards working in the social field, having had a registered trust, he delivers service to the needy. Having closely associated with people of different strata, it naturally nudged him from within to hold the pen and to write about what touches him from different facets of life, an avid lover of nature his pen innately rolls on paper with rhyme and rhythm of his unique style. His poems are published in several anthologies. He also got international appreciation and recognition from several poetry groups around the world. As moderator in some of these groups, he constantly tries to encourage other poets to contribute to the literary stance. He has been awarded as „best poet of ay/week/month“ -50

several times and also received certificates of honour for rendering his hand in writing. Testimonials: 1. Diploma Di Merito - France 2. Honorary Ambassador of Vision - Science Fiction Centre – Veles in FYROM 3. Certificate of Appreciation (expressit magazine) - Nigeria 4. Member of International forum for creativity and humanity - Morocco Contributions in Anthologies: 1. Dream Catchers anthologies 2. Beautiful minds Poesis 3. Raindrops 4. Namastey Ink 5. Wildfire publications 6. Spalash 7. Illusive hearts 8. Love in spring 9. Love is 10. Motherly Hug 11. Voices from the society 51

Galaxy in Silvery Did you always feel powerless Especially at midnight, And felt lonely unexpectedly, In the dim light? Oh look at the galaxy, Just sighing that you lost your smile. Come on and return to be brave, The breeze of your voice is clearly now in sight. Remember my friends that you’re not alone on the road of life, There are still thousands of hopes waiting in your future. Someone just said that the blessings can be achieved by our true souls and delight, Don’t forget at that moment that I’m one of your guys. Lonely nights， 53

The lonely wounds will be cured by the candlepower that will be ignited from your eyes. The shadow of God, May become the most love in a moment‘s surprise. Snowy hearts， The snowy white will heal our surroundings in selflessness of bright. Ah it’s that warmth waving and dispersing the cold and sorrow, Simple as such, but the truth is just like that.

James Tian James Tian, Tianyu, male, born in 1994 Shandong Province Tai’an City. He has a Bachelor of Arts, from Jinan University, he is an academic of Beijing Zhengnian Academy, member of Chinese poetry society, and China‘s central television (CCTV) "Chinese wisdom" group director, calligraphy and painting at the signing of a writer, member of the American China Frequently, international archaeological and historical linguistics institute researcher, director, Motivational Strips, grant "Ambassador De Literature" ("Literature Ambassador"), in the China office of President, Serbia Alia Mundi magazine at this stage the only interviewed Chinese poet. He began writing poetry at the age of six. His works had been published in more than 50 newspapers and magazines at home and around the world and have been translated into many languages. In 2018, he was awarded the second prize in the national excellent literary works 55

competition for the 15th anniversary of the resumption of the publication of jinggangshan writers' daily, and was awarded the special role model of The Times in 2018. Second prize in Wen Yiduo poetry competition in 2018; BPPW gold award in 2019; Award for excellence in Latin American literature in 2019; Award for American poetry in 2019; Bronze medal of "bena" award for French poetry and song in 2019; In 2019, he won the silver award of the American pegasus poetry award and other awards. The International Culture Publishing Company published the monograph "the light in the sky" Tianyu modern poetry anthology, Sichuan Nationalities Publishing House published "Tianyu lyrics anthology", China Ground Publishing House published "Tianyu lyrics anthology 2" and other books.

Birland-For Peace Monday ,1st March 2021 I appreciate and understand about the peace-loving Birland with a peaceful mission standing for an open invitation what is the need for an hour? the pride and honour not only for the land but great resolve to approach and remove the dead end world needs solace promises face to face with full commitment and great movement poets have peaceful ammunition and are ready for ignition ignition of thoughts for common good 58

the peaceful essence of the drive is well understood how far shall we extend? and bring an end the peaceful quest we shall try our level best together we raise one voice it is the clear choice with full-fledged drive to live and survive

Birland-Hope for Humanity Friday,19th February 2021 Birland Bir means brave land means we all know we grow each day we have free land at this end to preach and profess and provide access love is what we propagate we open the gate for peace and harmony for the humankind universally what shall we achieve? peace to live harmony to enjoy stability and not the hostility with joy 60

our message shall be relayed and conveyed with no duality of words but coupled with work

Not an Easy Task Monday, 22nd February 2021 Not an easy task to start with the peace drive and survive internationally "Birland" has seized an initiative and remained subjective with clear indicative she has natives full of zeal for peace King is benevolent his steps are instant so we are backing his move and prove as peace followers let everyone join and maintain the dignity for works toward humanity 62

when thousands are dying and millions of wounded are suffering we need a peace torch in our hand and work towards to bring an end let my Birland excel and lead the world as well for bringing durable peace for everybody to live at an ease

Eden S. Trinidad -Single Crusader Saturday, 27th February 2021 We have come across legendary women who not only acted like her highness but gave it also a human face and protected kingdom and race in modern days, ladies don't lag behind but find a suitable and respectable place not only for the name of Birdland but made it known as protector of the literary world Not as a gratitude or thankful gesture I want to point out here the name of Eden S. Trinidad who has contributed a lot for Birland but heroes are never sung for their contribution but certainly remembered for laying the foundation 64

working tirelessly for world peace and spreading the message in the universe Her magnitute of energy to work for the literature's entity She works selflessly to improve the improvement and presents it in its true form she is not a fame-hungry individual but a true name for a hard-working individual if literature is to survive and peace to reign the message should go with a positive sign

Honour-Birlanders Friday, 25th June 2021 It is a golden day that has come on the way not by a chance or not by a coincidence there shall be a shining day the sun with golden rays spreading over the Birland* to make its presence poetically and act friendly Prime ministerial address to bring a smile on our face and highlight the goal for making it globally what shall we be singing! and bringing our desire to the fore and whatever feelings we have in the store 66

that D-day is approaching fast we shall leave the lasting impression with our endeavour to earn peace and honour the entire drive is not merely to survive but to revive the sagging spirit of life entire world shall listen to and pass-through the magical spirit of dynamic poets who shall let their musical touch in the poetry Dr Hasmukh Mehta D.Litt, Folt

Dr Hasmukh Mehta 1) He is an ex-serviceman from Indian Airforce, who served for 18 years. He worked with Oriental Insurance and retired from there also in 2007. He has been active in the field of literature since 2009. He published two books in his name. 2) He has written about 27,000 poems and earned many prestigious awards, amongst which are two gold medals, a doctorate and a fellowship in literature.

MY PRIDEFUL COUNTRY I salute you You are my country You are my life-line My heart's pulse for your pride I can tolerate any problems But can't for you To keep your liberty My body touches this soil Your love shall offer memorial things Beauty of this land Astonishes me And their helpers good and true; I will dare to compare With people who are heroes, To give the country a distinct geographical entity Where people’s unity Love is worship for all No discriminations And the tumult of hate cease I follow fate with my country And a big ole smile on my face For its shining future. 70

Dr. Brajesh Kumar Gupta “Mewadev“ India Self Published Book – 1. “THE RAIN” (Poetry Book, ISBN no. 978-9386163-39-4. 2. “ARTICULATE VERSES OF BRAJESH FOR .” (Poetry book), ISBN no. 978-93-87966-31-4. 3. “MY IMAGINATIONS TO COME UP WITH EACH” (SHORT STORIES), ISBN no. 978-9387966-40-6. 4. “TREATMENT AND GLORIFICATION OF LOVE AND SEX IN THE FICTIONAL WORLD OF D. H. LAWRENCE”, ISBN no. 978-9388963-18-3. 5. ^^ge Hkh cM+s gksasxs ¼cPpksa ds fy, y?kq dFkkvksa dk laxzg & vaxzsth ys[kd & feyqfVu tqfjdkfod & lfcZ;k dh vaxzsth iqLrd ^n fV~oUl* dk fgUnh vuqokn½ & vkbZ0 ,l0 ch0 ,u0 u0 & 978&93&89311&06&871

6. “BLOOMING VERSES FROM THE SOIL OF AMLOR” (Poetry book), ISBN no. 978-9387966-40-6. 7. “LOVELY DROPLETS OF THE KEN RIVER” (Poetry book) – in press. 8. “SYMPHONY OF LYRICAL MUSINGS” (Poetry Book) – in press. Awards • “Life Time Achievement Award – International Award” in India World Poetree Festival – 2017, date – 14 October, 2017 at Ramoji Film City – Hyderabad (India). • “Phrasal King Arbind Choudhary National Poetry Award – 2018” in an International Conference – 2018, date – 17 February, 2018 at Aurangabad – Maharastra (India). • “Certificate of Recognition as a Distinguished Author” in Vishwabharati Literary Festival 2018, date – 27 May, 2018 at Prof. Jayshankar Telangana State Agricultural University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. 72

• “Kavya Ratna Award” in International Conference 2018, organized by The Literati Cosmos Society (Regd. 75/2018-19) at Mathura (U. P.). • “Golden Book of World Records” for his published poem in the anthology titled “Shapes of Love” edited by K. C. Sethi. • “Uttar Pradesh Gaurav Samman” – 2019” for literary works. Translation of my book – • “THE RAIN” (Poetry Book- ISBN no. 978-9386163-39-4) has been translated in Serbian language with ISBN no. 978-86-7974-591-0.

The Land Called Birland This Land that lay lonely there, the grasses and trees on it are utterly happy and awesomely healthy. The air seeks us. The one duty we owe is watering her with our fertile words from our heart. Fertile words like co-operation, love, peace and integrity. This Land that yearns for our sweet harmless souls to abide in her is Birland. Sure she will abide in us! She could be thirsty by now and here in our heart we have productive water. She is empty and we are her emptiness. 75

Let us go and fill the vacuum with harmony. Let us move to this land all putting peaceful piece of co-operation and love on. Ears be told that it is our beautiful promised Land.

Chika Udekwe Chika Udekwe has graduated from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 2021 with B.Arts/Edu in English language and Literature. He is the author of Songs for the Soul: a collection of poems, April 2019. He is one of the The Young Writers Initiative submission readers, and one time editor of Seer's Craft: an anual magazine of the department of English Language and Literary Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He is an award-winning Biafran poet whose works (poems) have been featured in international multilingual anthologies and won local and international recognition. His works can be read in these publications: Arcs Prose Poem, Iraq 2020/ The Flame; Save Africa Anthology, America 2018/ I Was Made To Believe and Tragic; Poets in Nigeria 2020: Food Poetry Contest, Ten Shortlist: my Oje Igbale made the list; Rendition of International Poetry China 2020/ Living Wounds, etc. He lives in Biafra and teaches English Literature in secondary school. 77

BIRLAND Jeste li čuli Za državu bez granica Gde caruje duga I prolećna ljubav? Ja jesam. Njeno je ime Birland. Država u kojoj dan nema prošlost, Sadašnjost ni budućnost. Jeste li čuli za tu zemlju? Znate li gd je? Bašte su joj uvele… Toj zemlji, gde u cveću živela je kraljica Birlanda. Odjednom, smrt… Odjednom, ona beše tu… Pokopala je sve što činilo je Njenu vasionu. U tom grobu mladosti i cvetova Još je bila živa 79

Al uspavana na krilima bola. Na njoj je uvelo cvece i umrla duga. Ona spava. A s njom lepota njena.

BIRLAND Have you heard About a country without borders Where the dugong is King And prolećna ljubav? Yes, I do. Her name is Birland. A country where there is no day for idleness, No present, no future. Do you feel for this land? Do you know where it is? The bastions are withered... This land where Queen Birland lived in glory. From one, death... On the one hand, she's not here... She buried everything that made her Her village. In that grave of youth and flowers Josh was alive 81

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Bajram Haliti (Kalidasa), Ph.D. BAJRAM HALITI je rođen 1955. godine u Gnjilanu, na Kosovu. On je jedan od najcenjenijih poznavalaca Roma u Evropi i svetu. U novinarstvo je ušao 1985. prošavši sve nivoe novinarskog razvoja, od pripravnika do odgovornog urednika romskog programa. Sa velikim uspehom se iskazao i u pisanim i u govornim novinarskim žanrovima, kao i u publicistici. Haliti je objavio veliki broj naučnih studija, članaka, komentara, i dokumentarnih emisija. Na 12. međunarodnoj književnoj manifestaciji „Amico Rom”, koja se svake godine održava u italijanskom gradu Lančano, Bajram Haliti je bio dobitnik Svetske nagrade za književnost predsednika Italije. Na konkurs za ovu nagradu pristiglo je 6oo radova književnika Roma iz celog sveta koje je ocenjivalo 14 najeminentnijih kritičara. 83

Na 56. Međunarodnom sajmu knjiga koji je održan 2011. u Beogradu Srpsko-romski rečnik sa gramatikom i pravopisnim savetnikom autora Bajrama Halitija dobio je nagradu za poduhvat 2011.godine. Na 13. Salonu knjige i grafike u Pirotu Nagrada “Loza” za najbolje pojedinačno izdanje, koja afirmiše knjigu u užem ili širem smislu, pripala je izdavačkoj kući „Prometej“ iz Novog Sada za “Srpsko-romski rečnik sa gramatikom i pravopisnim savetnikom” Bajrama Halitija. Takođe, „Srpsko-romski rečnik“ je dobitnik nagrade Tereze Fon Jakob, a Svetska organizacija dijaspora i manjina (WDMO) je ovo kapitalno delo proglasila knjigom 2011. godine. Ove godine je objavio Hindu rečnik sa srpskim izgovorom i Pendjabski rečnik sa srpskim izgovorom. To su prvi rečnici u svakoj prilici koji su ikada objavljeni u Republici Srbiji. Početkom 2016. godine objaviće Hindu sa romskim izgovorom i pendjabski sa romskim izgovorom. 84

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pravopisnim savetnikom autora Bajrama Halitija dobio je nagradu za poduhvat 2011.godine. At the 13. Loza Award for the best pojedinačno izdanje, koja afirmiše knjigu u užem ili širem smislu, was awarded to the publishing house "Prometej" from Novi Sad for "Srpsko-Romski rečnik sa gramatikom i pravopisnim savetnikom" by Bajram Halitija. Also, the "Serpano-Romani Rhetoric" is the winner of the Tereza Fon Jakob Award, and the World Diaspora and Minority Organisation (WDMO) has declared it the 2011 Book of the Year. The Serbian-Roma volume with grammar and orthographic notes by Bajram Halitija was awarded the prize for the poduhvat 2011.godine at the 56th International Book Fair held in Belgrade in 2011.

Peace and Unity in Birland State There is hope, deep and enormous For peace in abundant measure. If we try to live in a world of bliss We must do together, that is sure. Humanity dreams of peace But war descends with its dreaded paw Humanity shouts: 'What is this?' Yet, lamentation is not the cure. There is miracle in the silence And in what we call for But silence still hurts conscience And no remedy from doctor. Until Union occurs For no war no more Promote peace in oneness For that is the cure. 89

LET THE WORLD BE BORN We try to raise a Land Let the world be born! You must bloom, you promised thrill Let the world be born! Open traces of immeasurable roars Let the world be born! We joy in the awaiting Land Let the world be born! A cadence of heart might yield Let the world be born! For dreamers of peace are in full hope Let the world be born! O come child of the divinest Let the world be born! 90

I don't see your tender blossom Let the world be born! But you are full of life Let the world be born! Peace and bliss must abide in you Let the world be born! God has not forgotten to give us You Let the world be born! Silences amid sleepless muse Let the world be born! Lots of love from holy fountain Let the world be born! For you are already the retainer of peace Let the world be born! A new land must rise Let the world be born! 91

That poetry be sang stanza by stanza Let the world be born! We still catch on to your unfading color Let the world be born! After 'woe' will be 'ooh' Let the world be born! After Discord will be Concord Let the world be born! For the bower of boon and plus we raise Let the world be born! Let the world be born Let the world be born!

Lukman Nurudeen Born on 10 January 2002, Nigeria, Lukman Nurudeen enjoys the honor as an internationally astral writer who has written extensively over the years on literature some of which been translated, reviewed, awarded and published in anthologies and magazines. It was a great moment for him when he was nominated the prestigious and coveted 'Priest of Poesy' from POEMarium by Dr. N.K Sharma on 1.1.2021. As a Peace and Humanitarian Activist, Nurudeen has contributed, and without cease, in promoting peace and wellness all over the world, and engaging in sustainable development. And in the career, he has been honored more than 500 awards, with various appointments and titles internationally, all less than a year. Among many Diplomas, Doctorates and High Degrees, he was awarded 'Nobel Prize for Peacebuilders in the world 2020', by the Knights of the word magazine (honored for poetry and electronic literature) 93

approved under the number (AS45br 123/2020) (NR: 0013/AL.B.1202). This rare nomination is given to important and influential personalities in the world in appreciation of their efforts and prominent role in spreading the spirit of Tolerance, culture, literature, arts and defense on human rights. The 19 years old Nurudeen is a Keynote Speaker and honored many international conferences. Because of his being a versatile personality, he was honored by the African Queen Dr. Elizabeth Lucas Afolalu to deliver a speech on the occasion of her birthday, in this year 2021, amid many dignitaries and royals. It is a great pride for Nurudeen as a teacher who has taught in schools Akanji Group of Schools (where awarded Certificate of Attestation) and ArRazaq Kiddies College (where awarded Honorary Certificate) between the age of 17-18.

LET ME LISTEN TO MY HEART His divine music gives me ecstasy To walk, dance on the rhythm of life He left seven deadly sins Tranformed anger into intuitive kindness to survive He helps me to listen to the humming of the bees I see true beauty through divine heart eyes Innocent I'm, let them to be wise Neither he has fear of fall nor desire to rise He doesn’t have any secret, the soul is his true guide I'm sailing in the ocean; It's too wide I've this speedy horse; control his reign when I'm to ride

HOPE FOR BIRLAND Let's keep on going for peace and prosperity It's a dream land for social and religious integrity Different cultures, different colours of life Extends for love and generosity Will be known forever for its diversity Let me see rainbows for BIRLAND Oh Almighty! Bless oneness all for universal unity

LET'S SING FOR BIRLAND O God! Thank to thee for this beautiful land The place of love and, the place of art Oh Almighty! You're the law we're your soul Bless BIRLAND with your voice The hills, the seas, the divinity is your choice Thank to thee for the land where people sing songs of good will It's the land of love where people free till A land of Peace and settled government Bless BIRLAND the strongest feathers Thank to thee for beauty and all creatures

Ashok Kumar ASHOK KUMAR is a bilingual International mystical poet from India. He is working as a principal in a reputed institution. His Philosophical Spiritual and Mystical poems are translated into various languages like Greek, Italian, Spanish and Italian etc. He has been awarded with national and international awards. He has master degrees in three subjects, English literature, Political Science, Education from CCS University Meerut. He did his B.Ed from same University with flying colours. He got his Ph.D from Nigeria and West Africa (honorary doctorate). He is follower of Gandhian thoughts. He believes in fearlessness and respects nonviolence. He has keen interest in universality. He appeals to all for Peace love and prosperity.

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EXPLORING BEYOND I travel far and across; Within a finite known, And to an infinite unknown A very complex expedition; Within infinite layers of finite, And finite layers of infinite The journey within limits; Limits me on to my limited known, And the journey beyond my limits Takes me to enormity of unknown Where, what I am thinking now Definitely unknown to my little known But my known is feeling so blessed In peaceful palms of a greater unknown The Morning Bliss 101

Oh my beloved Lets open ourselves To morning bliss For unique tastes of verve Lets walk with morning breeze Coming straight from the heaven Lets inhale all freshness Before inferno of the day Simmer it into deleterious day Lets listen to serenity And songs of the nature Before nature relent to noisy day Let’s see prisms of nature Reflecting and projecting True colors of light and nature

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Lets walk my beloved With Moring bliss Hand in hand, step with step Inhaling the fragrance of serene dawn Tasting every pearl on our bare feet On green grass, kissing morning droplets Lets walk with morning bliss To taste our love with morning delight And taste candid life with eternal bliss

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Muhammad Azram Poet, translator and writer Muhammad Azram hails from Haripur, Pakistan. He is an autodidact and a self-styled philosopher. In his literary work, Azram opens himself to a multitude of subjects that vary from traditional themes of love and relationships to the time, space and life-trio, and to more challenging focal points like life and death and beyond the known and unknown. While he pens down his own intellectual interests, he also translates powerful voices from the Urdu literature. Muhammad Azram has been recognized with numerous awards and honors by various international literary Societies and organizations. He also represents Pakistan in numerous international literary organizations. His contributions to anthologies of global acclaim and solo books continue to be published worldwide. 104

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A Song to Birland Born near Egyptian oases On the greenery of Sudan A land once owned but by no man, Now rising to glorious apogees! Birland, nation of humanity; May the Supreme's bless you, ever-bounty, Endlessly poureth out upon thee! Land of hope, land of the free! Thou are a spring on desert land A fortress towered from scattered stones, A breath of humanity, and the Divine! May ye rise, prosper, and shine! Birland, hail! Oh, dear Birland! A country born from desert sand! Shine bright, and be a light! Hail! Oh newborn African light!

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Adrian Fisga Luague hails from the Philippines. The young poet and author is the founder of Peace and Love Inkers Society, Co-President of One World Writers Movement, and a mentor and administrator in Filipino Poets in Blossoms. His oeuvres have been published in various magazines, newspapers, journals, book and anthologies, on both digital and print media. He received various awards and recognitions for his writing. An advocate of peace and peace literature, he is also an International Ambassador of Peace through World Literary Forum for Peace and Human Rights. A graduate of Bachelor of Elementary Education, and currently working as a Special Education Teacher/Interventionist, the poet continuously takes up his pen to evangelize love and peace unto the world.

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Birland Beautiful Birland glitter under bright sunshine, At night twinkle as little star in moon light, The land is as beautiful as blooming garden, Has very clear vision, Can sees far in the distance, Don't live in present only, Believe in spade work for future generations to survive. Health conscious people, Love and promote community gardens, to grow and harvest grains and vegetables. To save culture and religion drowning into darkness, Seniors discuss among the youngsters the value of life. Peace loving people of Birland live happily as one community and enjoy life Send the message of oneness to the world 110

S. R. Chandralekha India S. R. Chandralekha is from Kolkata India, she is a postgraduate with Bed degree. She worked as Headmistress in ISC Co-education school in Kolkata, after retirement, she leads a peaceful life, writing poems in both English and Hindi languages, her poems have been published in many anthologies, lately she is busy teaching senior students on line.

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BIG BIRDS, BIG BARDS OF BIRLAND Here we are, here converging To give teeth to land emerging In this beautiful freedom, Bringing bards to a home Where wings spread not only in flight But to put plates of rights without fight. Here, happiness is but free, With fat fruits on sweet tree. Between the thighs of old Egypt, A land lush, albeit seen as crypt With potentials to hold hands with big super. That will wear the robe of the famed Kuiper. Stateless, but not tasteless, Is Tarwil by the armpit of Sudan. Neighbours squabbles endless The peace grows here in our elan. The big birds serenade the big bards Until our twitches twist tawny beards. 113

To Birland's long limb we cling today. To her future we brighten with hope. No loping strides in the path we pray Without no alarms ailing in any rope. Bards, call the birds down to this new dawn. It is the right time to reap what's been sown.

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William Warigon William Warigon is an indefatigable Legal Practitioner, dogged Human Rights activist, prominent Poet, Novelist Playwright, Dramatist, Blogger, Musician and Song Writer. He authored:"Niger Delta: Cusp of the Star-Crossed Lovers", "The Eclectic Poet", and "Timeless Rhapsody", and collaborative works including the recent bestselling book "The Autumn Orange Of The Afterthought " co-authored with Ian Wilcox amongst others. He is an internationally acclaimed poet with hundreds of accolades to his sleaves. He dabbled into music and release three studio CDs "Dew Drops", "Heavenly Dew" and "AdewLation." The DEW inspured themes stemmed from the acronym of his parents'names "Dishon Esther Warigon'. He also manages the DEW educational Services which provides assistance to the uneducated and the underprivileged. 115

He lives in the aesthetic city of Abuja, Nigeria and takes pleasure in making friends, writing, reading, music, gardening, cooking, music, and discussing topical issues. He has travelled widely and is about publishing many of his stored manuscripts ranging from law, politics,short stories, fiction,plays and poetry. His mantra is giving premium to human lives and respecting other's views, beliefs, orientation and positions."We are all beautiful fingers of a single hand."

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PROSPERITER BIRLAND On this solemn day, I celebrate a new life I create, I cultivate with my goodness Only to selected persons, benefactors Who will understand what I am trying to present Not only to that people, but to others around them Skillfully with his gift given to me by God I am celebrating a new beginning of life, Birland is my country She always gives a lot, and in return she asks for nothing Because it is a country that has been described as humane for centuries And I would never abandon what people understand, a warm word Although today it may be to some extent represented My songs are a hotbed of goodness and pure souls Everything I do, I do for the people as I have done so far If it is possible for someone to be so happy because of me I will not become any obstacle for him at all

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Birland, the land of life and honesty of honor What people can recognize Love is an ordinary embrace that extends to everyone No matter what religion or race they were Because this state accepts all those people who are not its own Fortunately, they are always, totally, totally ready Prosperous Birland is always present in all spheres Life is so short that we listen to political disagreements Because the value of everything is that we help each other We lead by a symbol of peace that always fills hearts with joy Because for goodness we live passionately and loudly, honorably and clearly Unrivaled, I think Birland’s love is pure for everyone Who believes that the world is not so dirty and dirty Because everything is in goodness, everything is in honesty And about the feelings I have, Birland is a state of beauty The luxuries of naturalness, and richer for sincere people!

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Maid Corbic Maid Corbic comes from Bosnia and Herzegovina. He is twenty one years old, and lives in Tuzla. He spends most of his free time writing and reading books. His works have been published in numerous portals such as: „Kosovo Peonies“, „Amritanyali Journal“, „Krajberzje.mk“, „VIS Internationaly Magazine“ and many others. He is also the Ambassador of Literature in Syria and the representative of his country in Terandaz in International Poetry as the youngest author ever.

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I want to go to a land… I want to go to a land and plant my hopes, to grow in the colours of peace, to raise a country in humanity I want to go to a land where miracles happen where the dessert turns to paradies and tears into smiles I want to go to a land where a King provides for his people where refugees are welcome and stateless find a home I want to go to a land where dreams are encouraged and poems flow like rivers to water it‘s soul I want to go to Birland! 122

Xanthi Hondrou-Hill Xanthi Hondrou-Hill studied German Literature and Linguistics at the University of Stuttgart, Journalism at the University of Hohenheim and Public Relations Management at Klett-WBS, in Stuttgart, Germany. She has worked as a language teacher for Greek, German and English, as Lecturer for Greek at the University of Stuttgart, journalist, public relations manager and translator for poetry. She has lived in Greece, Germany, Holland and Great Britain, and speaks several languages. Currently she is living in Naoussa, in Macedonia, North Greece. She is currently working as public relations consultant for a European Art Platform, creating a new multilingual poetry magazine. She has organised in the past years many poetry events, in cooperation with the local municipality and the archaeological secretary of the Prefecture of Imathias, where two of the biggest historic 123

personalities met: Aristotle taught Alexander the Great here and walked in the Theatre of Mieza. In Germany she worked as Public Relations Manager for the Greek General Consulate in Stuttgart, designing, organising and executing multi level campaign to improve the Greek fame in Germany. From friendly football games, cultural events, political discussions on prestigious radio stations, till the all inclusive exchange of opinions on political level between all political patries from Greece with their German counterparts in BadenWuertemberg, Germany. She is writing poetry since high school. Her poems have been published in the University Newspaper of Stuttgart and in big newspapers like Stuttgarter Zeitung. Additionally she participated in anthologies in cooperation with the Greek Society of Writers in Germany, "Gute Reise meine Augen" which means “Fair well my Love” and the yearly anthology of the House of Writers in Stuttgart, "Almanach". In Greece she runs the -124

cultural Facebook page "ΚΙΝΗΣΗ για τα ΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΑ και τις ΤΕΧΝΕΣ" dedicated to poetry and arts, organises events and is helping organise events like "Poetry on Rails" and her poems are published in the anthology APIKO, in cultural pages like Faretra and “Logo Grafis” and in many digital social media pages. Internationally is she in many groups and publications, selection of her work is published in “The Poet” and OPA, in international anthologies like “Odyssey” published in Hungary 2020, in Mediterranian Waves published in 2021, in the international anthology “May Love Heal the World” and other. She won the golden prize in the Yan‘an International Poetry Competition 2021 in China.

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A HARMONIOUS LIVING On the soil of harmonious living and dignity Unless we sow the seeds of social equality; We cannot ensure qualitative living to sprout Or can see it grow into a giant tree; no doubt. Without bias towards race, region and religion Neglect or abandonment, the state should shun; Adoring the environment and natural resources Let a cosmopolitan culture mature and progress. A harmonious living is a boon for any region That constantly boosts the state’s elevation; Upholding and improving the living standards Hearten people to respect all and to work hard. With an enthusiastic and a matured governance Economy captures the great good golden chance; Yes, with a promising social and cultural activity, It’s easy to please the mindset of entire society.

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Let’s wish the grand State of Birland (Birtawil) Thrive with progress and prosperity, perpetual; May peace prevail there; become a haven for all, Let the habitable place, echo with bliss eternal.

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ABOUT THE POET For the past 30-years, Dr. Ashok Chakravarthy Tholana has been persistently composing message-oriented poetry, promoting Universal Peace, World Brotherhood, Environment Consciousness, Protection of Nature, Safeguarding Children’s and Human Rights, upliftment of the downtrodden etc. This apart his articles on Human Rights and Universal Peace have also been widely circulated. During his 30year stint with poetry, Ashok’s poems have the rare distinction of being published in no less than 90 countries. He is conferred with several prestigious national and international awards that include five doctorates, lots of laurels, commendations, citations and titles. Further, for Ashok’s unique message-oriented poetry, he received precious acclaims from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former-President, India, Shri Atal Behari Vajpayee, former-Prime Minister, India, Bill Clinton, USA, Queen Elizabeth of Britain, Princess of Wales, President and Prime Minister – 129

of France, Prime Minister of Switzerland, Senator Viktor Busa, The Lord President, Italy, United Nationals Organization, UNESCO, UNICEF etc. As of now, NINE poetry compilations, viz., ((1) Charismata of Poesie (2) The Chariot of Musings (3) Serene Thoughts (4) Twinkles (5) Reflections (6) Altitudes (7) Outlet (8) Horizon (9) Kaleidoscope)) out of 18 volumes of English poetry have been published and received wide readership acclaim all over the world. That apart, 12 spiritual-related books have been translated so far from Telugu (local language) to English language. TO KNOW MORE, VISIT : www.worldpeacepoetry.com and http://peacefromharmony.org/?cat=en_c&key=28 6 FOR PEACE VIDEOS, VISIT : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6_potXgqf RLXr5GDkegQiQ 130

Dr. T. Ashok Chakravarthy, # 16-2-836/L, Flat-301, Madhavnagar, Saidabad, HYDERABAD–500059, Telangana State, INDIA e-mail : tacvarthy@gmail.com

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Pairing To Soul Belt You too write a line to step up, and tilt not to be caught by a painful note You too quote a role at site of fairy joy, shaping a huging accord You too hold a spelling set of mirth flair, on the ground of an ode You too wield a tie with croon tune in spring traced oath. You sit by my side, you have the same step of human lane You hold my hand tight by tying my way for humanity tent You create a field of free joy by tilling the juicy blend You call me from a far court, through crazy tale of true chant. You tell me stories of your life, in a tent at a silent site 133

You lie in wind course, to etch a few tones of delight You tick in the pace of sifted nap, ready for another dig on site You urge all to utter oath, to end false gaze or burning bite. You are no different, but same as I, while standing upright in an evil hunt, So you hug me with your tale and pour in freely your lively chant.

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Shiv Raj Pradhan Shiv Raj Pradhan is a trilingual poet. He writes in English, Hindi, Nepali and sometimes in Bengali. He has been honoured with awards and certificates from various national and International poetry Organizations. Poems are published in various Anthologies. Furthermore, he is a Gandhian Social Worker, Peace Ambassador of Gandhi Peace Foundation Nepal, International Ambassador Of Peace (Bhutan), Ambassador of Peace (Dubai), Amateur Photographer, Attempter Of World Records.

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Bir Tawil Inhabitants Bir Tawil inhabitnts occupied the land Named Birland taking fascinating flag in their hand. Claimed the land with special right, Having citizenship and nationality of people alright. This land has two thousand km area ownership, People have freedom and citizenship. To live at own will with special criteria, Dream to make it a heavenly area. Where music may dance, Greenery all over the land, all may get a glance, Very good production of grains, People enjoy consumption chance. People have patience and elation Raise lovely slogan of brotherhood and affection, 137

All enjoy divine happiness With sweet emotions pick up their pieces. Beautiful flowers with fragrance touch every heart, Each and every moment enjoy lovely sweet honey without any hesitation. We obliged to this world, And from now on and forward, All jolly life enjoy in happiness totally, Poets may share their happiness with lovely poetry. Sun, moon, stars too want to descend to this earth, too This land may become divine, Deity may wish to be born here and his existence redifine.

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Dr. Navin Kumar Upadhyay Ex Scientist, Retired Government Officer. Publisher: Dr. Shree Krishna Upadhyay's work Shaiv and Shaakta Bhaav in Ramcharitmanas and Sri Sita Mantraath Current: 50 songs on YouTube posted Poems on Poem hunter com. Poems translated into various Indian and foreign languages such as: Albanian, Greek, Portuguese, German, Spanish, African Lgbo, Yoruba, Bengali, Italian, Assamese, Urdu, Filipino etc. in more than 25 languages. Extra: Several poems published in Anthology of the poetry books. 139

POETRY conference: In June 2019 at Puri poetry festival as a chief guest honoured with awards. Have more than 25 works, Translated Gita, Upanishadas, Brahmsutra, Geetgovind, Durga saptashati Sanskrit books to Hindi melodious poetry, More than 3500 Poems on poemhunter.com

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MY DREAMS OF HOPE Oh, My Dreamland Birland We are in Motherlands Fold We all Birlanders here to work Our Mind is Pure, Our Intent is Pure I will maintain the Nature in ship-shape condition Oh Nature, give me your blessing I will purify my mind and soul I am greatfull to be in your fold I have big dreams on Birland Oh, My Motherland give me courage and confidence I promise to work for future generations My life is for my motherland Birland

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MANTRI PRAGADA MARKANDEYULU (Copyright Protected Poem) 2021 GOLDEN EAGLE WORLD AWARD WINNER FOR LITERARY EXCELLENCE, HISPAN WORLD WRITERS’ UNION (UHE) / PeruArgentina Unión Hispanomundial de Escritores @unionhispanomundialdeescritores · Non-profit organization Royal Success International Book of Records 2019 Honour, Hyderabad-India Institute of Scholars (InSc) Research Excellence Award-2020, Bangalore (India) Gujarat Sahitya Academy and Motivational Strips 2020 Honour, Gujarat-India Hon. Doctorate in Litt. from ITMUT, Brazil. (2019)

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Birland The most beautiful land in the world Land of peace y dear Birland Birland is a symbol of peace Land of poets Reflecting humanity Country Birland Birds fly while reciting poems People walking around helping everyone Living together A country known to the world A country that is proud of its name A bright star Birland is an exemplary country

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Αbout poet Kamal Dhungana Tikapur Kailali Nepal Email: kamaldhungana860@gmail.com He was born in India but is a citizen of Nepal. He has studied up to Inter second year and has been writing poems for 5/6 years now. Apart from poetry, he also writes ghazals & stories. Some of his poems have been published in Vietnam, Bangladesh, Serbia, Spain, India, Egypt, Roman, China, Pakistan, Mexico, Brazil, Palestine, Uk, Greece, Italy, Monitingro, Indonesia and Nepal. He will be publishing a collection of poetry soon.

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Birland There is such a place In our world Egypt and Sudan's abandoned back house; Un-claimed Bir Tawil Bir Tawil, Become Birland Your unique identity is as beautiful as the thought of every poet in the world.

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Masudul Hoq(1968) has a PhD in Aesthetics under Professor Hayat Mamud at Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. He is a contemporary Bengali poet, short story writer, translator and researcher. His previous published work includes short stories Tamakbari (1999), The poems Dhonimoy Palok (2000), Dhadhashil Chaya which translated version is Shadow of Illusion (2005) and Jonmandher Swapna which translated version is Blind Man’s Dream (2010), translated by Kelly J. Copeland. Masudul Hoq also translated T.S. Eliot’s poem, Four Quartets (2012), Allen Ginsburg’s poem, Howl (2018), from English to Bengali. In the late 1990’s for 3 years he worked under a research fellowship at The Bangla Academy. Bangla Academy has published his two research books. His poems have been published in Chinese, Romanian, Mandarin, Azarbaijanese, Italian, Russian, Turkish, Nepali and Spanish languages. At present he is a Professor of Philosophy in a government college, in Bangladesh. 149

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Sueño a Birland Desde el vergel de las liras y el cantar de los sueños nos agiganta en poemas con sus prados amigos. Con la metáfora viva y las beldades del cielo sus alumbradas quimeras dejan de luna su tierra. Florecillas en verso con las miradas despiertas hacia el elisio caminan con vendavales unidos. Sus mujeres las musas, de las tenaces victorias con sus hombres de pluma son el cantar de la historia.

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Con las mieses diversas y sus destinos abantes viene del cielo su canto para sentir el resabio. Con la pujanza del puño y los derechos cercanos viven de perlas sus hadas como las aves su espacio. Autor: Edwin Antonio Gaona Salinas

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Saludo a los poetas de Birland Un saludo cordial y efusivo a todos quienes hacen el Estado de Birland. Tengan un abrazo de vuestro hermano desde Quito – Ecuador. Hermanados con el arte y la cultura, es un honor participar de este evento lleno de poesía, con los mejores poetas del planeta. Aquí están los mejores en arte y en corazón, aquí se vuelve realidad la gran historia de reyes y reinas, de princesas y príncipes, que los poetas llevamos acrisolando con la pluma por toda la vida. Quiero agradecer al impulso literario y al altruismo que Su Majestad la Princesa Eden Soriano Trinidad entrega con el grupo Poetas de Birland, como en su largo trabajo por la paz planetaria.

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Paz y cadena … (Jotabé dodecasílabo con estrambote) Valle de venturas, posas con cariño, como la cordura por la paz de un niño. Rosa de mis flores que besas rocío en la sierra llena del inmenso frío. Parece la luna, ser la flor del río con la sed sacada del espejo mío. A toda ventana llega el ave buena, con su canto alegre, con frescura amena. Pero la inocencia de la piel de armiño de los rancios plomos llega a lo sombrío, así llega en trueno, desdicha y condena... Así toda cadena..., que se pinta vieja, siempre viene mala, en la mano rompe, por el pecho tala.

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Sound to Birland From the orchard of lilies and the songs of dreams she magnifies us in poems with her friendly meadows. With the living metaphor and the beauties of the sky her illuminated chimeras leave her land in moonlight. Little flowers in verse with awakened glances walk towards the elysium with united forces. The women, the muses of tenacious victories with their great men of penmanship are singing her history. 155

With their diverse harvests and their destinies unfolding their song comes from the sky to feel the scent. With the strength in their fist and the rights close at hand their fairies live in pearls free like birds in the sky.

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I salute the poets of Birland A warm and warm greeting to all who make the State of Birland. Have a hug from your brother from Quito - Ecuador. Twinned with art and culture, it is an honor to participate in this event full of poetry, with the best poets on the planet. Here are the best in art and in heart, here the great story of kings and queens, of princesses and princes, that we poets have been refining with the pen for our whole lives, becomes reality. I want to thank the literary impulse and altruism that her Royal Highness Princess Eden Soriano Trinidad delivers with the group Poets of Birland, as in her long work for planetary peace.

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Peace and chain ... (Jotabé dodecasyllable with bizarre) Valley of ventures, you pose with affection, like sanity for the peace of a child. Rose of my flowers that you kiss dew in the mountains full of the immense cold. It looks like the moon, to be the flower of the river with the thirst taken out of my mirror. The good bird comes to every window, with his happy song, with pleasant freshness. But the innocence of the ermine fur from the rancid leads it reaches the gloomy, so it comes in thunder, misery and condemnation ... So every chain ..., that looks old, always looks bad, in the hand he breaks, by the chest he cuts. 158

Edwin Antonio Gaona Salinas Poet and Writer born in San Antonio de las Aradas, in the Quilanga canton, Loja province, Ecuador. He is dedicated to building peace. Among his achievements, the following stand out: First prize for poetry in the Contest held by the San Antonio de las Aradas Agricultural Technical College, in Quilanga, Loja-Ecuador. 1988 Oct 29; First prize for poetry in the XX poetry contest “International Worker's Festival” at the Mota del Cuervo City Council, Cuenca -Spain, 2017; First Prize in the II International Classical Trova Contest "Nuevos Trovadores". Guatemala, July 2019; First Prize, in the open category, of the First Poetry Contest "La Diablada" in Píllaro, Tungurahua province - Ecuador; First prize in the First Sonnet Contest of the World Organization of Writers, June 2020; First Prize “LI BAI” trophy in the International Classical Trova Competition in China, September 2020. 159

First Classified in the Competition against violence against women, by the World Union of Poets for Peace and Freedom, and “L´ ISOLA FELICE ”ASSOCIAZIONE CULTURALE in Brescia - Italy; Selected winner of the “Orellana Lee IV” Literary Contest with poetry, held in the city of Coca - Orellana Province, Ecuador, November 2020; among others. In addition, I have published the poetry books: The verses of a policeman, Poetry for women and life, Poems to the wind, Sighs to the wind, Walking through the Jotabé Rhyme, Songs and fissures, The lived and, With free words. He has also published the novels: Communal Sin, Playing with thaumaturgos, and, Memoirs of Others. Part of his literary work has also been published in various Anthologies both by competition and by invitation at the world level.

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POEMS FOR BIRLAND Dedication:

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