Daniel Turner Poet Rhyme

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I Grew a Rose

I grew a rose
The reddest rose
Of any rose that grows
The sweetest scent
Magnificent
Resplendence for the nose
Irrefutable
How beautiful
None would dare oppose
So delicate
And elegant
I wonder if it knows

But it adorns
The sharpest thorns
For those who would impose
A little prick
Will do the trick
To leave it in repose
For in as much
One chance a touch
You'll see the blood that flows
So I propose
Your hands stay closed
And just admire my rose


   by Daniel Turner

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Probir Gupta November 5, 2016 at 5:40 AM Ha ha ... different from what you normally write ... though it is in rhyme, it reads like a free verse ... from its flow and what it conveys, I say so ... very interesting and nice ... Daniel Turner November 11, 2016 at 5:53 PM Thank you, Probir. I'm glad you enjoyed it:)

Paloma P November 4, 2016 at 8:06 AM Sassy sassafras roots, I love the moxie of this. Who knew you were such a cheeky guy. :) Paloma P November 4, 2016 at 8:35 AM Smiling right back at you. :) Daniel Turner November 4, 2016 at 8:09 AM Simply an old country gentleman:) Thank you for making an old man smile, Paloma:)

Heidi Sands November 3, 2016 at 5:33 PM I like this one Daniel. Well written. I love roses, many different colored ones. This reminds me so. Daniel Turner November 4, 2016 at 7:07 AM Thank you Heidi. So glad you liked it. They are lovely:)

Carole Duet November 2, 2016 at 9:33 PM Just amazing how you put words together, Daniel. I bet it only took you 10 or 15 minutes to write this one. Really great...and I love roses. My mother and daddy had a garden full...and I miss them all...my parents and the roses. Daniel Turner November 2, 2016 at 9:41 PM Thank you, Carole. You're so sweet. Glad you liked it:) I too love roses and it took me a little longer than 15 minutes. I really wasn't watching the clock. Lol So nice when you drop by to share your smile:)

Joanna Daniel November 2, 2016 at 10:19 AM Hmm... I can admire the beauty in your red red rose:) loved this rhyme:) Daniel Turner November 2, 2016 at 10:42 AM Thank you, Jo. Seems everyone was getting tired of sad sonnets. Lol Thought I'd have a little fun.

Carolyn Devonshire November 1, 2016 at 1:36 PM A brilliant analogy, comparing the rose to a delicate life. Those thorns are the only way a "rose" can exist in our world, Daniel. Many people find ways to shield themselves from pain and this poem conveys its message so well. I especially like the short lines and the excellent rhymes. A fave! Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 2:11 PM Thank you, Mrs Carolyn. So nice of you to drop by and read. I appreciate your kind comments and your support. It's always nice to share a warm smile:)

Eve Roper November 1, 2016 at 10:18 AM Beautiful verse now you see how it gets its color red from all the pricks it gives..... Hugs Eve Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 11:30 AM Thank you, Mrs Eve. They are beautiful! I love roses and I love your friendly visits.

Tim Smith November 1, 2016 at 8:52 AM This is so beautiful DT. Funny it reminds me of yesterday. All the beautiful and delicious chocolate, the great costumes, and greetings with the neighbors but today I have been pricked by the thorn. A chocolate headache and a broken down body from all the walking....lol Tim Smith November 1, 2016 at 9:06 AM 70s and sunny : ) Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 9:04 AM Thanks Tim. I was reading Frost's "Rose Pogonias" and thought I'd give it a try. Obviously I'm no Robert Frost. Lol Better lay off the chocolate and get some rest. It is a gorgeous day here. Hope you are enjoying the same:)

Charmaine Chircop November 1, 2016 at 6:11 AM See but don't touch...indeed the rose is the most beautiful yet painful to behold...Awesome. Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 8:49 AM Thank you Charmaine. So glad to see you this morning. Simply having a little fun with roses. I'm glad you liked it.

Nette Onclaud November 1, 2016 at 5:08 AM yes, the flow is perfect, the theme alluring, daniel... enjoyed this one!..huggs Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 8:46 AM Thank you, nette. I was just having a little fun. Seems everyone was getting tired of sad sonnets:)

Judy Ball October 31, 2016 at 9:00 PM Absolutely perfect rhyme and rhythm. Roses are my favorite flower and I have many rose bushes in my garden where I sit in summer and just enjoy. Loved this. A seven from me. God Bless, JB Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 8:45 AM Thank you, Mrs Judy. I too love roses. I think my favorites are the orange or melon colored but i love them all. I appreciate your kind comments and high marks.

Andrea Dietrich October 31, 2016 at 6:58 PM wow, I love this one, Daniel. Rose poems always get me!! The ending is really great. Happy Halloween to you too. Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 8:32 PM Thank you, Andrea. Glad you liked it. Always my pleasure to entertain a lady:)

DM Babbit October 31, 2016 at 4:36 PM A rose by any other name, such a nice picture. Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 5:05 PM Thank you, DM. I hope your talking about the word picture. Lol Doesn't really matter though, just knowing you stopped by to read and comment makes me smile. I appreciate your kindness.

Connie Marcum Wong October 31, 2016 at 3:07 PM This phone is so sweet Daniel. My husband brought home beautiful peach roses for me last night. He knows I love that color and they are perfect for Halloween. I enjoyed your poem. It was a fun read. ; ) Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 4:00 PM Thank you, Mrs Connie. I've been getting a lot of grief for writing sad poems, so i thought I'd have a little fun today:) I'm glad you liked it.

Ilene Bauer October 31, 2016 at 2:57 PM i really enjoyed the rhyme in this poem and the way you used it. nice one, daniel... Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 3:59 PM Thank you, Mrs Ilene. Just having a little fun. So glad you liked it:)

Anne-Lise Andresen October 31, 2016 at 1:15 PM - Thanks for letting me admire your beautiful rose, Daniel - It's beautifully - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 3:56 PM Thank you Anne- Lise. I love roses! I also love your friendly visits.

Chris Green October 31, 2016 at 12:36 PM Hands off, just take in her beauty from a distance or you will be sorry. Nicely expressed Daniel. Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 12:44 PM Thank you, Chris. Just having a little fun this morning. It's always my pleasure when you drop by:)