Eglantine

Forsake me not, for I should pine
and waste, like tendrils on the vine
that shrivel when the rains abscond
and nullify our common bond.

For eglantine shall flourish not
when kept in shade, stilled in the pod,
as would our love without the spark
of nature, and the love of God.

So stay forever, do not fear
that I would ramble errantly,
for I shall nourish and protect thee
throughout all eternity.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Lane Avatar
March 22, 2016 at 12:01 PM
Lovely poetry, Keith. It's nice to read something that makes sense in the Soup every now and then. It's far too scarce lately.
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March 22, 2016 at 5:27 PM
Thanks for your delightful review! :) Keith
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