Burning Candles

© 2020 KRITIKA THAKUR

Humanity burns so bright

but the brightest candles fade easiest,

And such an illusory light

Will always be put to the test,

They say that time heals best

But these wounds were made at time’s behest,

And these gashes will never close

Remain forever our greatest woes,

This blood, a beautiful river

This was the First’s pain,

As the power of love caused her shivers

As did her fear, of having been in vain

So they told her

“Even Lilith found love

And within you, may only love lurk’

And bring with it, your silver trove”