Two Moons

By Parvati Uppala

Why are there two moons tonight

One in the sky, one in my sight

The sky-bound shines light, but you stand spotless

The moon in heavens feels exorbitantly jealous

For ages it boasted for being the one

Sole ruler of the midnight’s throne

But now it is eclipsed in fear

To see a rival beauty so near

Moonlight filters through branches’ lace

To steal a glimpse of the spotless face

It slips and stretches, moving tip toe

Craving to mirror the grace you bestow

The river whispers in its endless flow

Shoreline wanders where salt winds blow

For traces of your presence to behold

To kiss your shadow, the one to hold

The echo rustles through towering trees

Stealing an evening dressed in breeze

You are like fire, a blazing vision to see

You are like breeze, a gentle touch to me

I will guard you in my eyes, away from crowd

If that feels insane, I will wear it proud

No words suffice to express your beauty

Grander than tales sung through eternity

By Parvati Uppala