Cryptogam

In shadowed hollows where sunrays belay, There I live—a seedless form that's clinging. No scent embellishes my cold display. Though in quietude, my soul's still singing. My deep yearning in this gentle despair— To bloom like a wild and fragrant flower, To feel the sun's kiss and the placid air, And bask in nature's resplendent shower. Still, my fragile hope serenely abides And my dream lies on my dampened presence. Yet through the night, a strength within me strides Unseen, while the world's in deep quiescence. Perhaps this form keeps me truly unique; A fern that's unlike other plants they've known. Hence, my soul still stands vibrant at its peak: Like a cryptogam, stemless yet I've grown.
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Agustin Avatar
November 17, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup, Kababayan. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Sumalinog Avatar
November 17, 2025 at 9:35 PM
OMG! I'm glad you liked it po, Ma'am. Thank you po for that. It really warms my heart po.????
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