5LOTUS
I have in my hand
A lotus
Pure and white
Soft and smooth
I have in my hand
A lotus
While I am standing
Over a flowing river
I have in my hand
A lotus
Symbolizing that
Which burns within me
I have in my hand
A lotus
Which I want
To give to you
I have in my hand
A lotus
Which I put
Slowly down
Upon the river
And watch it
Being carried away
By the calm waters…
This lotus
Which has no place
In your hand…
Author's Notes:
Hey everyone! This is the first poem that I posted here. I'm proud to say that it won "Best original poem" in my literature class, I hope it is the same for you too.