Candles and Wildflowers

Sure I enjoy the scent of candles
Watching the flame dance upon top of the mantle
Beautiful reflections and silhouettes all aglow
Flickering flame swaying to and fro
For the fragrance I'm seeking an imposter won't do
Sorry my beloved candles when Spring and Summer come so ends our sacred rendezvous
You're a lovely substitute and put on a great show
We'll reunite in cold weather and special occasions until then on hold our love will still grow
Plant me in a field of wildflowers
Help me to bud and blossom with a light misted Spring shower
Bask in the aromas brought out stronger by the warmth of the sun
Mmm sweet heavenly scents that can't be outdone
Natural essence and beauty one can't imitate
Such beautiful feelings it stirs to initiate
Too long I've improvised with fake for real
No clone or replica will do to seal the deal
While willows weep and flowers sleep
The sweetest of dreams I shall keep
Plucking a bouquet of pretty posies
Singing and dancing with my kids to ring around the rosie
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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May Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 12:11 PM
Sweet dreams of spring...wonderful write Melissa..
Tracy Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 4:39 PM
Thank you, Joseph
Krutsinger Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 7:09 AM
"for the fragrance I'm seeking, an imposter won't do." Love this line! I really like the whole poem; and it describes my feelings for spring too.
Tracy Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 4:38 PM
So glad you enjoyed it...let's hope spring comes soon...thank you, Caren
Gauthier Avatar
February 24, 2018 at 11:53 AM
Melissa, this is totally delightful. An absolute FAVE with me.
Tracy Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 4:13 PM
Thank you, Line..I'm so glad you enjoyed it :)
Cunningham Avatar
February 24, 2018 at 3:54 AM
Beautiful verse Mellissa, there's something about a flickering candle, so peaceful.to watch. Always reminds me of Christmastime. Tom
Tracy Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 4:11 PM
Peaceful they are..Thank you, Tom..best wishes
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