A Rose

a rose isn't a rose
unless it has beauty
a person isn't a person
unless it has a soul
if a person has beauty,
but don't have a soul....
is it a rose??
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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September 18, 2009 at 3:59 PM
I have read your poetry and enjoyed it. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors. You have done an excellent job writing this poem. May you have a wonderful and inspiring weekend Johneta. Love, Carol
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September 17, 2009 at 6:34 PM
Nice poem love the ending question it is something for all of us to think about... Luv, Cilla Jaye
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September 17, 2009 at 3:57 PM
Good philosophy question. Could be debated to and fro. Keep writing. Sara
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