Irises

Van Gogh painted irises That everyone admires. In gardens, very often, They’re the flower that inspires. I, however, am not swayed By any iris charms. To me, they look quite evil, Setting off my brain’s alarms. Though irises have many fans, I’m sure I’m not alone, Which proves that famous saying’s truth – That is, to each his own.

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Keith Bickerstaffe

Date: 5/28/2015 12:10:00 PM

I tend to agree, Ilene... kinda ugly, I would say. To each his own indeed! A super poem with lovely rhyming and flow. Well done! Best wishes, Keith

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/23/2015 2:53:00 PM

- Lovely poem, Ilene - Happy weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Ilene Bauer
Date: 5/26/2015 1:37:00 PM

thank you, anne lise! hope you had a lovely weekend, too...

Leo Larry Amadore

Date: 5/23/2015 1:57:00 PM

To each his own, indeed Ilene....Irises have almost always been my favorite flower, considering only their appearance (for perfume, I am partial to night blooming jasmine, gardenias, orange blossoms, and roses.) Along many of Louisiana's rural bayous (where I was born) one may see gorgeous native (wild) irises, and I have one (done in a stained glass hanging) in my dining room. I liked your poem, as always.

Ilene Bauer
Date: 5/26/2015 1:37:00 PM

hope i didn't hurt your feelings. my favs are daffodils and tulips - just never could warm up to irises. thanks for reading, though...