A Sweet Scent

A re rose doth comfort a faint heart,
When love lingers 'ere life departs.

Inspired by the 1597 quotation of William Langham ,herbalist.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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George   Avatar
July 1, 2010 at 8:26 AM
So few words, that convey such deep meaning and sentiments. Thank you for sharing, Brian. Elaine
Kendrick Avatar
June 30, 2010 at 2:46 PM
Great lines that must have been inspired..Sara
Gorelick Avatar
June 30, 2010 at 12:11 PM
Mr Strand..too long since Ive had much time to browse on the soup..i find this beauty..Thank you. BG
Goff Avatar
June 30, 2010 at 4:56 AM
whooohhh....I will print this gem and twirl it in my head when needed, thanks Brian! faved it! jimbo
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