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.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Bickerstaffe Avatar
May 28, 2015 at 12:10 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
Andresen Avatar
May 23, 2015 at 2:53 PM
- Lovely poem, Ilene - Happy weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Bauer Avatar
May 26, 2015 at 1:37 PM
thank you, anne lise! hope you had a lovely weekend, too...
Amadore Avatar
May 23, 2015 at 1:57 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.
Bauer Avatar
May 26, 2015 at 1:37 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...
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