Lavender

Rows of lavender

A poem by Cithara Patra

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Breathe in, breathe out

I take in the scent radiating

Off petals and bury my face

Into the bouquet

Wrapped in purple and white ribbons

I lay them before you

Breathe in, breathe out

My throat tightens as I choke out

Sobs I’ve held in for years

Once dry eyes welling up again

My heart breaks over the wish

To put this bouquet in your hands

Instead of laying them down on you

Cithara Patra currently lives in NC with their family, traveling between there and Texas. They spend much of their time writing and studying languages. They’re fond of reading all kinds of things, from romance to horror. . They’re also a big fan of things from the ocean, dachshunds, and making brand new meals. In their spare time, they travel with their family around the city and check out brand new restaurants and places to eat.