Moonlight and Lotus - a poem for the goddess of the Xiang River

"I kept hoping for something that was never within reach.
I build a house in the water, and roof it with lotus leaves.
I command Xihe to slow the pace, and not hurry toward Yanzi.
I wear bright moonlight and carry precious jade.
I take tender herbs to wipe away my tears, but the tears keep
flowing and soak my robe."

Qu Yuan