A Hydrangea's Lament

Her comely cheeks - a blush of pink,
where yesterday, there bloomed a rose - 
demure though proud, the morning light 
reprised the births each day unfolds.
Yet, in the end, the petals fall,
none left to catch the morning rain.
Gentle hands that wither slowly
evaporate, then come again.
As dreams of Autumn's solstice stare,
the truant blooms - we must forgive
or celebrate what left us there -

with any other heart that cares...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Xiang Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 11:20 AM
You give voice to the lonesome hydrangea in a quiet voice like nature itself. You catch the morning rain well. Thank you.
Parker Avatar
March 4, 2024 at 6:38 PM
Been a while...nice piece, CC.
Cornish Avatar
March 5, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Arlo, thank you!
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March 3, 2024 at 10:13 AM
What a deeply moving and soulful write this is! And the way youv phrased lines is truly impeccable and so well articulated! It gives a very vintage yet modern touch, one that deserves all the accolades not for just the evocative touch but the eloquence of your word weaving! I felt this the most “ Yet, in the end, the petals fall, none left to catch the morning rain.” That hits so strong and is so true! Powerful write this is. Welcome back dear craig, happy to see you back!
Cornish Avatar
March 5, 2024 at 2:09 PM
Honored Inky, thanks so much for your thoughtful comment!
One Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 8:47 AM
Welcome back Craig...Deep use of analogy here...
Cornish Avatar
March 3, 2024 at 1:22 PM
SO - happy to be back among the best - thank you
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