They Are Leaving, the Best of Them : A Poem by Blerina Pëllumbi

THEY ARE LEAVING, THE BEST OF THEM
 
They are leaving, the best of them,
With hands full of calluses, like trophies.
On their shoulders, they bear the pains of the soul,
With their heart broken, like a sleeping sun.
 
They are leaving, the best of them, going far…
And no longer do they turn their heads back.
A piece of life aches above their eyes,
On their trembling lips, they hold their longing.
 
They are leaving, the best of them,
Today, heartbroken, they leave crying.
This time no longer knows mercy,
As springs fade, they bring winter and frost.
 
They are leaving, the best of them, without a word,
For them, words were so sacred.
They fade away like the light of the moon in May,
Their sighs echo like thunder far and wide.
 
They are leaving, the best of them, with wounded souls,
Taking true love with them.
They hang onto life as if on a thread,
This time of hypocrites is turning them into beggars.
- Blerina Pellumbi , France 2025

BLERINA PËLLUMBI (DEMO) - KORÇË & ALBANIA 

Blerina Pëllumbi (Demo) was born in the beautiful city of Korçë, Albania. Blerina is one of the promising young voices in Albanian literature. She graduated from "Fan Stilian Noli" University as a teacher, and after her studies, she worked for about 10 years as a teacher in her hometown. Currently, Blerina lives and works in France, where she continues to pursue her passion for literature.  

The first publication by the author was a book titled "The Tears of a Woman," a novel based on the true story of an Albanian woman. This work found a wide audience and has been translated into French and English, entering the competition of global literature through the powerful platform Amazon.com. 
Following this, Blerina published five more books that showcase a variety of genres and themes:  
– "The Tears of a Woman," translated into English, French, and Albanian  
– "Kristale te thyera" (Shattered Crystals) a collection of poems that perfectly describes human resilience and sensitivity.  
 – "Përdhunimi I shpirtit" (The Violence of the Soul) a shocking novel based on true stories, which addresses the deep wounds of the soul.  
– "Njerëz që ngjajnë me diellin" (People Who Resemble the Sun) another novel that brings true stories and life inspirations.
– "Psikologji dhe ndjenjë" (Psychology and Sentiment) a collection of prose that combines elements of psychology with human emotions.  
– "Sa peshon një zemër" (How Much Does a Heart Weigh) a novella, a true story that actually happened.  

Blerina Pëllumbi's creativity is distinguished by her sensitivity and ability to deeply touch the hearts of readers. She writes in a distinct and clear style, bringing real-life stories that resonate with the experiences of many people.  As an emerging writer, Blerina is an inspirational example, having managed to build a successful international career while keeping the spirit and culture of Albania alive in her works. With her dedication and talent, Blerina continues to contribute to the enrichment of Albanian literature and strives to make a distinct name for herself on the literary scene.