A Summer Triplet

the secret scent of violets-
wild woodland walks,sweet wonderment
the rose of beauty,so fragrant-
yet borne upon a thorn,deliquent
clematis,pansy and their ilk-
clothe summer gardens,natural silk


inpired by Christina Rossetti's Lilies of the field
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Sivey Avatar
August 10, 2011 at 11:12 AM
Very nicely painted and ingenious poem! I enjoyed reading it!
Baity Avatar
August 10, 2011 at 5:07 AM
You paint a beautiful portrait here Brian...really a pleasure to read...thanks for sharing !!!!!!...luv...chiquita!!!!!!!
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace