Never Presume

A man’s lack of worth, because of dismal origin, 

We should never presume 


For 


Out of, the unappealing thorny body of a cactus,
 
The prettiest flowers bloom! 



© Demetrios Trifiatis
     04 MARCH 2015
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Lamoureux Avatar
March 7, 2015 at 11:00 AM
Thanks for reading my "Tell Me Poem" it is now finished.
Trifiatis Avatar
March 7, 2015 at 2:43 PM
You welcome! I will have a look again!
Lamoureux Avatar
March 6, 2015 at 9:28 AM
I've seen cactus' blooming in Arizona in April, it is quite spectacular. Seeing people bloom is even more spectacular.
Trifiatis Avatar
March 6, 2015 at 11:18 AM
Thank you, Richard, for your constructive comment.
Macfarlane Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 2:13 PM
Astute words from a wise man. Excellent write. Hugs
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 3:01 PM
The sun has risen again! Welcome back dearest, Cecilia! Thank you for your warm visit and your gracious comment! Now I know that the ...Spring is here!
Chakrabarty Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:47 AM
Love and Regards Demetrios))))Rajat
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:57 AM
Thank you , Rajat, my friend for your visit!
Bauer Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:07 AM
oh, so wise! this is wonderful, demetrios!
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:37 AM
Oh, you so kind, dear Ilene! Thank you for your gentle visit and comment.
Manassian Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 9:08 AM
I remember when I was first attracted to your writes and formed a friendship with you. It was because of your name...GREEK...and because of your wisdom. Your words are a beacon of light, my dear poet. Hugs
Manassian Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:48 AM
:)
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:44 AM
You honor me with your friendship dear, Eileen, as well as your generous comment. Thank you so much!
Roper Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 8:11 AM
True words said, Blessings Sir
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 11:47 AM
Truth is seen by those who can see it, dear Eve! Blessing to you too! Thank you!
Andresen Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 4:21 AM
- Beautiful written and truth in your words dear Demetrios - I wish you a lovely day (we has got new SNOW :( - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 12:23 PM
"Beautiful writing is for beautiful friends. I have to send some Spring, dear Anne-Lise! Thank you so much for your kind visit and comment. Hugs."
Nunez Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 1:58 AM
Again, you have spoken a valuable life lesson, sire. Always a 7. Hugs and smiles! :D Kim
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 3:25 AM
Always a pleasure to receive your visit and comment, dear Kim! Thank you!
Allison Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 1:58 AM
So so true Demetrios - and I have a cactus in flower at this moment so i can relate to this so much:-) Hugs jan xx 7 xx
Trifiatis Avatar
March 4, 2015 at 3:28 AM
Dear Jan, my thoughts will accompany you during your father's funeral. Thank you for taking the time to visit and comment. Greatly appreciated! God bless his soul!
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