Edelweiss
By Ruchi Acharya
The final hours are darkening around me,
the sanctimony of my purity have been shaken,
Amidst the hush and stillness of eve
With ghostly sound the trust placed in my heart has been taken.
Hope lingers that fragile bloom in the spring
It sprinkles among the melancholy weeds
Napping under the summer shadow of a tree,
I dream about sipping Riesling somewhere in Paris
Reading Austen’s scripts and weaving unforgettable moments about you and me.
Amidst the lush greenery of May's vast expanse,
I'll hold dear the memories we made, a fresh new chance.
A folded paper boat from a weekend's crafty class,
I'll release it to the river, free from my thoughts and past.
I see the expanse, a blanket of white fleece stretching to the horizon,
Where hope's edelweiss blooms, shining and glowing, a beacon.
Through dark days and despair, they sway on the edge of cliffs, in the snow.
Edelweiss, you bloom and glow like a solitary reaper’s woe.
Ruchi Acharya is a multi-talented author hailing from India who has a passion for writing poems on nature, war, and love. Despite having a strong background in Electrical and Electronics engineering, English Literature, and Business Analytics, Ruchi pursued her creative side and found her love for writing. Currently studying Shakespearean Literature, Ruchi has always had a deep appreciation for the literary arts.
Ruchi is the owner of Wingless Dreamer, an international publishing company that focuses on helping writers and artists find their footing in the industry. Her work with Wingless Dreamer reflects her dedication to the betterment of the writing and art communities.
In her spare time, Ruchi volunteers for social services and enjoys spending time outdoors, finding inspiration for her poetry in the natural world. With her many talents and interests, Ruchi continues to be a rising star in the literary world, with many eagerly anticipating her next work.