Flower In Snow

Brave  is the rose caught in November’s thorn

While she endures nights of chill and snow,

Awaiting gold daylight's warmth to bestow---

And liven her frame…her mouth  drooped, forlorn.


------------
Contest of Gregory R Barden: Rithimus Rivisa 8
Taken from the poem ' November's Brave Rose
Repost 10/4/2020
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Hamilton Avatar
October 8, 2020 at 9:10 AM
Congrats Nette on a lovely write and win!
Barden Avatar
October 8, 2020 at 3:00 AM
Beautiful imagery and phrasing, Nette, and a stunning write as always - there were many great entries, so you are in good company! Congratulations on your win, my friend. Blessings!
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 12:39 PM
Hello Nette, no flower lives through the snow. I feel sorry for the rose. enjoy your day my friend.
Leffanta Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 10:28 AM
Forlorn? Frozen solid! Chill! Aloha! Rico
One Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 9:20 AM
Very descriptive indeed.. .great choice for the contest..
Pandit Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 9:09 AM
Wonderfully descriptive of the rose forlorn in November, Nette!
Ashley Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 8:35 AM
The beauty of the rose is her elegant perseverance which is so exquisitely expressed, Nette. Gorgeous imagery and rhymes. Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan
Goff Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 8:22 AM
Promise...beauty...enduring spirit...love this Nette!
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace