The Wilting of the Radiant Rose

Asian sun rises from the east
Rose seeds beneath the fence
For these petals are released

The perfumed smell of the rose lingers
The scene is hailed by the divine
Asian sun rises from the east

Although the rose has passed 
Its impression will remain
For these petals are released

Death has come and the rose withers
No other like it will be spotted
Asian sun rises from the east

The rose has moved on to another place
Tunnel of light is iridescent
For these petals are released

The Sun sets in the West
The rose is laid to rest
Asian sun rises from the east
For these petals are released
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Hargreaves Avatar
November 21, 2023 at 10:40 AM
Hi Rukhsana. Enjoyed your villanelle. Thanks for sharing. I've tried the villanelle form a few times and find it tricky. Best wishes, Tony.
Afridi Avatar
November 22, 2023 at 1:53 AM
Thank you, Tony.
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