Of Roses

OF ROSES Why has the rose bears thorns? Roses are in red when in bloom Lovely and temptatious bees zing and swarm around to zip Its nectar so sweet. You are the most sought after Among roses and flowers Red represents love’s fullness White is pureness of intentions When prick by the thorns It bears pains or death. Red, white, yellow or blue roses Signify the three lettered words “I love you!” A manifestation of great love Now, if 5 or more bunch of roses meant I love you with all my heart! However, when roses are withered Is likened a perfidious woman Cannot be trusted, beauty and sweetness lost and faded A distraught and forsaken love Much unrequitted and bewildered lover Love is sacrificed and double-crossed!