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Flowers For Emma

The nurseries wake within their field, as the Liliums lift and liberate. Rise oh children of heaven, for Emma speaks to you of joy… She dances with Daisies, amidst the diminishing dawn, Pleasantly prancing ~ within perennial pastures; The Gardenias gather amongst the mist, for Emma quenches their thirst. The Oncydium Orchids orchestrate, symphonies of love… She then gives compassion, to the ruling Roses; For she caresses them one by one… Making the Peonies jealous. The Dahlias are in disdain, Spreading their colorful cluster, with exotic efflorescence; The Violets are vigorous, while the dormant Daffodils dream… She then dines with the Delphinium, And thus enters the court of the Chrysanthemum Queen; She cares for all her children, Each a jewel from heaven… Where Emma now resides. ___________________________________ My mom was a whiz with flowers...she loved them like children. She passed 3 years ago from multiple myeloma...my dad now plants many flowers in her honor and respect...I will do the same. The garden was her sanctuary... *********************************************** June.10.2020 Garden Poetry Sponsored by~ Dear Heart Placed 1'st...Thank you
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La France Avatar
June 18, 2020 at 5:10 PM
WW, congratulations on your win in my garden contest with this beautifully penned and emotional poem. I love how you mention all the flowers, it reminds so much of my mom's garden and how she loved her flowers _Constance
Allison Avatar
June 14, 2020 at 6:30 PM
what a beautiful tribute ^WW^, many congrats on your win :-) hugs Jan xx
Cunningham Avatar
June 14, 2020 at 2:25 PM
Back with well deserved congrats W. W. Tom
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 13, 2020 at 9:34 PM
This is a very beautiful tribute to your mother WW! My mother knew the names of almost every plant and flower, her college major gardening and landscaping. She gave me my love for flowers and trees. I am happy you received First Place for this gorgeous poem. Congratulations! I didn't even see this contest as our modem was down for three days and we had no internet or T.V. It is good to be back reading poetry again. Blessings xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
June 13, 2020 at 7:08 PM
Congrats for your win . It's so cool to see the different names of the flowers and your personification of them.
Mishra Avatar
June 13, 2020 at 6:33 PM
Back to congratulate you on your win Wingster :)
Cunningham Avatar
June 12, 2020 at 8:44 AM
A lovely tribute to your Mother W. W. Good luck in the contest. Tom
Daniel Avatar
June 12, 2020 at 1:10 AM
A brilliant poem for your beloved mother, ^WW^:)
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
June 11, 2020 at 5:42 PM
This is beautiful and bursting with blossoms of love and memories. Such a lovely tribute to your mom. It sounds like she was blessed with a special gift. Blessings to you, WW, and thanks for sharing, Rhonda xx
Ball Avatar
June 11, 2020 at 4:03 PM
How lovely this is my friend. A beautiful tribute to the mother you loved. She will live forever in your heart and in your memories in your own garden. God Bless, JB
Rodrigues Avatar
June 11, 2020 at 9:07 AM
What a lovely tribute to your mother, the garden queen. Particularly love: The Oncydium Orchids orchestrate, symphonies of love… She then gives compassion, to the ruling Roses;
Mishra Avatar
June 10, 2020 at 2:40 PM
This is so soothing Wingster! Adorned with the jewels of your beautiful words and emotions. Blessings :)
Hamilton Avatar
June 10, 2020 at 2:05 PM
Love your write WW you are second to none in your phraseology and alliteration!!
May Avatar
June 10, 2020 at 11:33 AM
A beautiful heartfelt write WW, and a wonderful tribute to your mom, a garden blooming with love..
Mcgee Avatar
June 10, 2020 at 10:33 AM
such a lovely vision you created...I felt I was walking among the flowers with Emma by my side. Such a beautiful remembrance.
Mcintosh Avatar
June 10, 2020 at 10:04 AM
Such a sweet and inspiring write, dear friend. I truly enjoyed it and think it's wonderful to remember your mother so beautifully. Love and prayers sent your way, Gina
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