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Caring for Roses

thorn bushes need love 
opening up in the sun —
fragile hearts blossom

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Paul Marc

August 13, 2026 at 9:08 AM

Thank you for your comments — a thorny rose represents the guarded heart, while the sun represents God. Through love and care, the heart blossoms. Tending the garden reflects the ongoing spiritual practice of cultivating love, pruning old patterns, and keeping the weeds of ego from returning. Let me know if you see anything else :)

Susan Ashley

January 6, 2021 at 6:35 PM

Oh yes! Such a tender haiku, P.M. Metaphorically beautiful. Congratulations for your excellent win in Brian's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich

October 29, 2025 at 12:31 PM

I can't get any comments or soupmails thru to PM. Can you let him know that if this appears under your name

Mark Koplin

January 2, 2021 at 10:00 AM

Congratulations on your win P.M. !

Jan Allison

January 2, 2021 at 9:54 AM

oh how perfect I especially love the final line its so romantic:-) many congrats on your win, happy new year:-) hugs jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

February 18, 2020 at 6:23 PM

wow, I love your take on the inspirational line she gave us. Of the three lines so far, this one has been the best (in my opinion) I hope to write for this challenge also.