The Rivulet (poem)

"The Rivulet" by Christina Rossetti is a reflective poem that uses the imagery of a small stream, the rivulet, to explore themes of life's fleeting nature and spiritual renewal. The poet describes how the rivulet dances and sparkles, symbolizing vitality and innocence, but also hints at its transient journey through landscape and time. As it moves toward the sea, it mirrors human life’s progression—joys, struggles, and inevitable end. Ultimately, the poem conveys a sense of gentle acceptance and hope, emphasizing that even in impermanence, there is beauty and continuity within the flow of life.