Ceiling Rose

CEILING ROSE An alabaster ceiling rose is ever so delicate, a round swirling pattern that is a joy to look at. It used to be white but now it’s all yellow with centuries of grime and age old smoke. People stop and wonder what went on under the hanging lights, what was said, who loved who and who dared to dance close. Today the huge dance hall is empty and the ceiling rose and lights have nothing but a sound of silence for company.