The Season She Chose to Be - By The wandering lantern

Written By: The wandering lantern

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

The wandering lantern presents "The Season She Chose to Be," an evocative piece in the Poetry category for the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. The poem explores themes of memory, identity, and the transient nature of warmth and care. Through graceful imagery and introspective reflection, the poem captivates the reader with its depth and emotional resonance.

About the Work

The poem delicately navigates the intricacies of self-worth and the ephemeral nature of human connection. Through a reflective tone, it evokes vivid imagery of seasons, warmth, and solitude. The literary style is marked by a gentle yet poignant exploration of personal and universal themes, inviting readers to contemplate the lasting impact of tender moments and forgotten memories.

The Season She Chose to Be

Original Submission by The wandering lantern

“The Season She Chose to Be”

A soul unremembered, she wished to remain,

A whisper with little presence within thy days;

A reason unknown even unto herself,

A quiet heart that questioned its own worth.

Yet perhaps that doubt was but a phantom veil,

For she was as genuine as dawn’s first light-

Only, mayhap, thou didst forget to tend the flame

That once warmed the chambers of her being.

For though she was a season,

Her tenderness was no fleeting illusion;

Her care was an honestum offering,

A warmth untainted by guile or artifice.

She would have been the hearth in winter’s wrath,

The refuge, the home, the gentle fire

Where weary souls might seek their solace.

Yet in a moment’s breath,

Her warmth became a forgotten ember-

And so the flame, unattended, perished.

She refuses now to dwell within thy memory,

Not as a wound, nor as a sweetness preserved;

For she desires thee to find the eternal hearth-

The one whose fire was never meant to fade.

Not her seasonal glow,

But a warmth destined to remain.

Thus she leaves no residue behind:

Neither bitter nor honeyed,

Neither sorrow nor delight,

Neither frost nor flame.

Only a quiet passing-

A season once lived,

And gracefully gone.

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices and creative expression. It invites participants to showcase their literary talents and explore profound themes, fostering a vibrant community of writers and poets from around the world.

Thank you, The wandering lantern, for sharing "The Season She Chose to Be" with us. Your contribution to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches our collective understanding of introspection and memory. We are grateful for your participation and the unique voice you bring to the competition.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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