Nonetheless, a Rose

A rose within a field of weeds
Is nonetheless, a rose;
Irrespective of its circumstance
And regardless where it grows.

So take beauty where you find it,
Let it lift the weary soul;
And count yourself as fortunate
Having found a rose, at all.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Nance Avatar
April 10, 2014 at 6:04 AM
Oooh awesome. Love it.
Merrill Avatar
April 10, 2014 at 7:11 AM
Cool. You can head up my fan club--if I ever have one--or help with my book signings one of these days. Thanks for reading my poetic meanderings--means a lot! xoxo // mel
Allen Avatar
April 8, 2014 at 1:18 AM
Very simple, sweet. I dig it.
Merrill Avatar
April 8, 2014 at 1:38 AM
John, Hi. Waas up? Thanks for the comment. It means a lot. Peace, Mel
Allen Avatar
April 8, 2014 at 1:17 AM
Very simple, sweet. I dig it.
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