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November. 28. 2023
Love Jones Poetry Contest
Sponsor- Karen Jones

My Red Red Roses POTD

Red, red roses, you flowers of immortal love You first blossomed in God’s Garden for Eve In my garden too, you bloom so bright I tend you with love and care day and night You gladden me all through the day That my verse on roses before all, gleefully I lay Amid stinging thorns and the cover of leafy green Your frilled beauty is sometimes veiled unseen But as the wind croons all day in your ear Your sweet fragrance spreads in the husky air Thus, we are drawn to your hidden presence And come to know of your lovely existence You appear most beautiful when budding new Lovely you are when your petals glisten, washed in dew My Garden serves as a therapy in stress and strain It is there, I forget and forego all my pain When the first rays of light fall on the flowers And the leaves are beaded with dew drops in bowers I get out to work in nature’s household And it brings me returns and rewards manifold As I pull out every unwanted weed A bit of my grief, I am learning to set aside Sure, the smiling flowers give me lots of cheer And my health improves, as I inhale morn’s fresh air
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Goldsmith Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 8:16 AM
Congratulations on being number 13 in the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup with your wonderful write/pretty red roses picture. Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
One Avatar
December 17, 2023 at 12:56 PM
An amazing poem to be included in the top 100 new poems...Congratulations
One Avatar
December 17, 2023 at 12:55 PM
An amazing poem to be included in the top 100 new poems...Congratulations
Empress Avatar
December 15, 2023 at 12:19 AM
So happy to see this getting placed in atleast brians contest: this is one of my most fave poems ever. I love it. Congratulations dear valsa, well deserved
Rogers Blk Panther Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 5:27 AM
Hey Valsa I just read your rejuvenating MY RED RED ROSES Congratulations on your POTD win for this VBR Black Panther!
M  Avatar
December 3, 2023 at 4:35 AM
Congratulations dear Valsa on POTD!! A well deserved win for a very lovely poem by a very lovely lady! I am happy you have your roses and garden to bring you joy Valsa! Debx
Anaya Avatar
December 2, 2023 at 3:03 PM
Belated. You're living my dream, Valsa; a rose garden. "As I pull out every unwanted weed A bit of my grief, I am learning to set aside" The best part of wellness as the answers are in the garden! Congratulations on the poem of the day! Best regards, Anaya
George Avatar
December 2, 2023 at 10:03 PM
Anaya, glad to know that you too are interested in gardening. Thank you dear one for your congratulations and sweet comment.
Wolf Avatar
December 1, 2023 at 9:17 AM
Missed this one somehow, Valsa. Congrats to you and to the roses. Lovely! :) gw
George Avatar
December 2, 2023 at 10:07 PM
It is quite OK dear Gershon.... these days, I too miss many POTDs. We are all busy with a number of engagements and encumbrances. Better late than never. :) Thank you dear friend.
Baker Avatar
December 1, 2023 at 8:31 AM
My apologies for this late comment on your POTD, my dear friend. It is a beautifully written tribute to the lovely rose. Well written and rhymed, a very deserving POTD. Congratulations, Valsa! May you find joy and peace in this weekend. Hugs, Bill
George Avatar
December 2, 2023 at 10:09 PM
Bill, there is no need for any apologies. It happens for anyone. Thanks for your congratulations and generous words of encouragement.
Kauffman Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 12:14 PM
Dearest Valsa! Congratulations on your POTD! So happy for you! How perfectly you have described your rose garden and mine! I have over thirty rose bushes. When they are in bloom the scent is divine just as you described! Roses respond to loving care but they will also wait patiently until I have time fertilize and spray! They are truly a heavenly gift of beauty and "healing." I hope all is well with you. Best wishes for the contest. Blessings in the sweet scent of roses!
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:30 PM
I often think of you dear Sam and your sweet poetry. But because of some limitations, I can't read as many poems as I wish. Thank you sweet friend for your uplifting comment.
Lane Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 12:18 AM
I used to have beautiful gardens but apartment living only allows for a few that can thrive indoors. I miss digging in the dirt and envy you being able to do so. Congratulations on your potd, Valsa.
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:28 PM
That's why I always prefer to live in a house with some compound. Now as the age advances, I know, it is more convenient to live in apartments. Only thing, we have to be content with indoor plants. Thank you so much Lin for your great comment.
Nicole Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:07 PM
Dear Valsa, moments such as these are the ones we all need. The soothing fragrance of flowers seem to bring happiness and contentment. May you continue to be surrounded by the delightful aroma, along with its tender beauty. Your thoughts bring a smile to my heart. This is beautiful in every way. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:23 PM
Hi Brandy, the sight of blooming roses and their sweet fragrance definitely lift our moods. As ever, your lovely comment is so much appreciated. Thanks a lot.
Lawrence Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:57 PM
I love the journey of being with you in your living garden . One filled with joy … erasing stress and pain . I smell th new roses and feel the morning dew. Your hands busy at work tending to the ones that carry the scent of promise . Just beautiful dear Valsa . Big hugs and congratulations on your POTD ! Susan :)
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:15 PM
Thank you so much Susan for your lovely comment. Your words of great encouragement means a lot to me.
May Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 11:57 AM
Wonderful write Valsa, Congrats on POTD
Volumes Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:07 PM
Congratulations sweet Valsa, A beautiful poem and a well deserved POTD.
Rodgers Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 9:22 AM
Valsa, your poem is an exquisite celebration of nature's beauty and the therapeutic power of a garden. The vivid imagery and heartfelt verses paint a picturesque scene of blooming roses and convey the profound healing nature offers in times of stress and sorrow. Your words are a testament to the transformative magic in the simple yet profound act of tending to a garden, which has a lasting impact on the reader's heart and soul. - Blessings, Daniel
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:37 PM
Your comment is beautiful as a bouquet of flowers. I cherish it so much. Thank you for your kind visit and generous comment.
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November 29, 2023 at 8:08 AM
Congratulations on POTD: ). Beautiful poem, love it , God is smiling down on you my dear friend, this is the beauty God is trying to achieve within each of us : )
George Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 8:35 PM
Stephan, when I see the beauty in many of the created things, I think of the Supreme Craftsman who designed and gave shape to all things. You give a spiritual dimension to all you see and observe. Thank you dear friend and stay blessed !
Poet Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:39 AM
Valsa, your eloquent ode to the scarlet roses is a testament to your innate ability to evoke profound emotions of wonder, passion, and aesthetic splendor. Congratulations on the distinguished recognition bestowed upon your poetic masterpiece as the Poem of the Day.
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:51 AM
The red roses are the greatest attraction of my garden, though I have only a few pots. I have more of adeniums, orchids and Chinese balsams. Feel thrilled by your lovely comment and thanks a lot for the same dear friend. As I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow, I will be looking at your poems only after a day.
Mcintosh Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Just gorgeous. I love this. Congrats on POTD. God bless you always, love, Gina
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:41 AM
Gina, thanks a lot for your lovely comment. Stay blessed dear one.
Fowler Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Very beautiful ode to your red roses dear Valsa. Your words are soft and engender a feeling of awe, romance, and beauty. Congratulations on the honor of POTD! :)
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:53 AM
Linda, thank you so much dear. Have a great week ahead!
Kaufman Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 6:33 AM
Dear Valsa, Congratulations on this lovely testimonial to the beauty of roses. I greatly enjoyed it and am so happy you were recognized for this as the POTD. God bless and keep on gardening..
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 7:38 AM
Thank you so much dear Nancy. Your sweet comment has greatly delighted me.
Goldsmith Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 5:46 AM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful write again. Enjoy your win/day writing away.................
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 5:54 AM
Hi Paula, thank you so much for your second visit and lovely comment.... ! Have a great weekend dear one.
Bowring Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 4:16 AM
Many congratulations dear Valsa for POTD with this stunning poem - and red roses are my favourite flowers! Such beautiful, poetic lines,’ But as the wind croons all day in your ear’’ And the leaves are beaded with dew drops in bowers’ - gorgeous! Loved reading this delightful poem and knowing how much your garden means to you especially when you attend to it but, in return, it is also caring for you! Enjoy your celebratory day. Blessings to you.xx:):)
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 5:52 AM
Christina, I got a thrill reading your comment. Glad to know red roses are your favorite too. Yes, my garden means a lot to me. Thanks dear one for the joy you gave.
Rodrigues Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 3:50 AM
I can see you tending your red red roses, dear poet, walking amidst your garden of sunshine and fresh air. Lovely, Valsa! Congratulations on POTD, Valsa!
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 5:48 AM
From childhood onwards, I had a passion for gardening which I inherited from my mother. When all my focus turned to poetry, I somewhat neglected my garden. Now with less time spent on the poetry site as I have some strain for my eyes, I am trying to revive my garden. Thanks so much dear Kim.
One Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 3:32 AM
Returning to congratulate you on POTD. Fully deserved.
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 3:34 AM
Thank you once again for your second visit, dear friend.
Kitchin Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 3:20 AM
Valsa, a beautiful poem, congratulations on POTD!
George Avatar
November 29, 2023 at 3:33 AM
Tania, thanks a lot. I never expected this to be a POTD
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