A Lone Red Rose

I brought a lone red rose for you today. 
I thought not to bring a glass and water. 
We do not have much time here anyway. 
I guessed it would be wise not to bother. 

You would not want to pack a dozen more. 
It would be a waste to leave them behind. 
A bundle is often is hard to adore.
A rose by herself will forever shine. 

I set the rose on the empty table 
To lay alone with a simple grace. 
It is the only way I am capable 
Of giving your heart the proper embrace. 

I brought a rose to celebrate your birthday. 
As the years pass, I come to love you so. 
The rose is a gift in my humblest way,   
To return the love you have always shown.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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