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A Rose That Never Fades

There is a Rose that never fades, a bloom that never dies, a blossom brighter than the sky, yet, soft as angels' eyes. When I tell people of this Rose somehow they can't conceive that such a flower can exist. They say it's make believe. They ask me why do I engage in such absurd charades. I smile, then say, "I'm loved each day by a Rose that never fades." Author's Note: This was written for Valentine's Day some years ago.. It was framed with beautiful Rose graphics and now hangs over the kitchen sink where my wife can see it every day... Her name is Wanda Rose.... Jake

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Liam Mcdaid

Date: 12/20/2014 8:35:00 AM

truly very beautifully painted piece john excellent pen pal wishing you a happy christmas to you and your family dear friend

Connie Moore

Date: 9/28/2014 6:10:00 PM

thank you so much for that Connie

Connie Moore

Date: 9/28/2014 5:35:00 PM

what a beautiful testament to the love for your wife. Every wife should be so loved!!

John Posey
Date: 9/28/2014 5:50:00 PM

Your comments lead me to believe I am in good company here on PSoup.... anything that sorrows you, saddens my heart. Just know that you are loved and many are lifting prayers for you in this time of grief.... Love ya dearly..... Jake

Skat A

Date: 10/23/2013 9:11:00 PM

Hi John, congratulations in The rose (Allegory) contest................. SKAT

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 10/22/2013 11:17:00 PM

Hi John,. CONGRATULATIONS... always & forever~ LINDA

Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/19/2013 5:39:00 AM

Congrats on your winning work..Way to go!!!Sara

John Posey
Date: 10/19/2013 10:17:00 AM

Thank you, I always value your comments... Hugs to ya. ... Jake

Joseph May

Date: 10/15/2013 4:03:00 PM

congrats on your win John....a lovely dedication

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 10/15/2013 9:18:00 AM

John, thanks for sharing your beautiful heartfelt poem. Your wife is lucky lady!! Congrats on your winning placement! Have a great day...Love and blessings, Rhonda

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 10/15/2013 7:52:00 AM

Congrats on the win in the contest, John

Kelly Deschler

Date: 10/14/2013 6:25:00 PM

Your wife must be a very lucky woman, to have a thoughtful husband that can write poetry for her. This poem is very beautiful and touching. Congratulations on your well deserved win!

Bidhu Patnaik

Date: 7/31/2013 9:43:00 PM

Sir, its a beautiful poem. I can only say that you should be partial to the tribute to roses. Convey my regards to Ma'am...Bidhu.

John Posey
Date: 8/1/2013 1:16:00 PM

Thank you Bidhu.... your comments are appreciated.... Jake

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/7/2013 3:54:00 PM

this is such a nice one I found. I love good rose poems and this is one for sure. About my two wins with PD's contest. I had removed the heaven poem and I don't know why it stayed in the contest. I should not have been allowed to place asters in the contest if the other one were not removed. Just in case you wondered about that. I feel silly and this site won't allow me to withdraw either poem from her contest now that it is closed.

John Posey
Date: 7/7/2013 5:06:00 PM

Andrea, I don't believe for a minute that there was any intent to place two entries in one contest. You did exactly what you should have done. I have no ill feelings and don't feel you cheated in any way. Those, if any, who think otherwise don't deserve your friendship. I love you dearly... Jake

Joseph May

Date: 3/20/2013 8:23:00 AM

beautiful poem John...congrats on your win

John Posey
Date: 3/20/2013 2:30:00 PM

I am encouraged by your comment. I will visit later..... Jake

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/19/2013 5:48:00 PM

John, your poem is lovely... congratulations with your winning poem~ always* PD

John Posey
Date: 3/20/2013 2:26:00 PM

Thanks PD, It's always nice to have your comments.... Love ya girl...... Jake

Joanmarie Peranteau

Date: 1/1/2013 5:08:00 AM

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!! So sweet and touching. If I were to recieve such a gift, it would be to me, more valuable than gold. Thank you for sharing your beautiful poem. JoanMarie

John Posey
Date: 3/20/2013 2:24:00 PM

Yes, she does, as most people do, appreciate genuine praise....... I have written others for her. In fact she is the inspiration for many of my poems and lyrics..... Jake

Yanny Widjanarko

Date: 11/5/2012 8:38:00 PM

She must be the luckiest woman for having those such beautiful words and phrase :) - Regard Yanny

John Posey
Date: 3/20/2013 2:19:00 PM

Thanks Yanny, but I consider myself to be the lucky one...... Jake