Blooming Verses

I am the poet of the garden, hear my song
My petals are pages where verses belong
Rooted in the earth, yet reaching for the sky
I write my story as days and seasons fly

My first draft sprouts, a tender green shoot
Pushing through the soil, finding my root
Each leaf unfurls, a stanza takes the form
Braving the elements, defying the norm

Sun is my muse, rain my ink
I compose in colours you can't even think
Bees are my critics, buzzing review
Carrying my words to gardens anew

I bloom in metaphors of vibrant hue
Similes as sweet as morning dew
My fragrance, a rhythm that floats on the breeze
Alliteration in the whisper of leaves

Short maybe my time under the sun
But in this brief life, volumes are spun
Each day a revision, each night an edit
Till my final draft stands, and I'm proud of it

I face my mortality with every line
Knowing my words will wilt in time
But fear not for me, for in my seeds
Lie sequels and stories for future reads

So pause by my stem, inhale my prose
For I'm more than just a pretty rose
I'm a writer whose work is never done
Till the last petal falls, and my tale is spun

In the cycle of nature, I'll write once more
Rising again from the garden floor
For a flower's life is but a book
Endlessly rewritten, if you know where to look
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Narain Avatar
June 17, 2025 at 10:52 AM
I don't know how I missed your beautiful poem. It is the way of life for most of the poets. Well done.
R P Avatar
June 18, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Thanks Jay Sir
Greener Avatar
April 21, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Beautifully written, with the tale of poets creating an amazing life as nature's flowers for all to wonder at. Well done!
Lowe Avatar
April 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
One, Dr Padmashree. A beautiful allegorical flowing canvas. So much of you in so much of me: we poets. Like the crowned queen sunflower, continue to bloom in supreme abundance. In onederful oneness onement, Peace and Love.
R P Avatar
April 16, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Thanks Millard, for your lovely words of appreciation. Much obliged.
Junaid Avatar
April 13, 2025 at 10:48 PM
"Till my final draft stands, and I'm proud of it" Padmashree you have managed to describe the inner thoughts and feelings of every poet so beautifully that I cannot help be enchanted by the vast expanses your verse reaches with its prudence and relatability. Be Blessed.
R P Avatar
April 16, 2025 at 5:48 AM
Thanks Hiba, for your amazing words of appreciation.
Stone Avatar
April 8, 2025 at 12:14 PM
mind-expanding and interesting idea.
R P Avatar
April 10, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Thanks, Gem
Duraiswami  Avatar
April 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Absolutely awesome poetry! The flow of verse and the uniqueness of thought were brilliant and breathtaking. More strength to you. God bless you
R P Avatar
April 8, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Thanks, Ramanan Sir.
Long Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 5:56 PM
THat is, sincerely excellent!
R P Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Thanks, John. It is your heart that has sensed.
Lacasse Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Lovely poem, I dig “similes as sweet as morning dew”
R P Avatar
April 6, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Wow, So nice. Thanks Lacasse
De Beaulieu Avatar
July 29, 2024 at 11:30 AM
Hello Dr. Pardmashree, I enjoyed reading this beautiful poem about a garden. It will be my fav. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene./
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July 30, 2024 at 9:49 AM
Hello Dr. Pardmashree, Your welcome. I wish you to hav e a wonderful week. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/
R P Avatar
July 29, 2024 at 7:00 PM
Thanks Darlene. Honoured by your inspiring words.
Gifford Avatar
July 29, 2024 at 4:01 AM
This is such a beautiful read, I enjoy it Padmashree. Have a great new week ahead.
R P Avatar
July 29, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Thanks Zyrool. Honoured by your words.
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