A Valentine Treat

Bundled for the weather
Was an old man on the street.
He pushed along a shopping cart,
His purchases complete.

I’ve no idea what things he bought
Except for, one supposes,
A treat meant for his Valentine – 
A dozen bright red roses.

For love and its expressions,
Sometimes difficult to gauge,
On this date make folks affectionate,
Regardless of their age.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Rigoler Avatar
February 23, 2022 at 8:18 PM
Love the ending here! This year in my town a single red rose cost $12.50! I was relieved not to have a Valentine. / Maurice
Leffanta Avatar
February 15, 2022 at 10:21 AM
Wow! An old man in New York who can afford a dozen roses? That is certainly newsworthy! Happy Valentine Day! Aloha!
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