Orchid

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Oh, please ... Do not pay minutes To the bandit called Perfection - A more enigmatic siren does not now exist, Still, even in her most beguiling accomplishment, She feigns not a breath of your uncommon elegance. Oh, verily ... She is immaculate, pure ... But no human soul that breathes, (Or any that rest in earth, ages hence), Did e'er settle gaze on her illusory countenance, Or chance to catch a hint of her blossom on the breeze. Oh, pray ... Be content in all you are ... Your semblance catches breaths, And the uncommon aspect of your heart - The flaws and frailties that are uniquely thine, Bloom subtle and splendid, in the rare orchid others see. Oh, hearken ... Do you discern the folly? Precious moments wasted In endless pursuit of a phantom, fair, While you possess all that is real and tangible. You are the colorful, unique, diverse, sublime ENVY of ... Perfection. ( ORCHID = One Rare Creation ... Human, Inimitable, Diverse ) ~ 3rd Place ~ in the "A September Standard Contest" Poetry Contest, Brian Strand, Judge & Sponsor.

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John Michaels

Date: 9/16/2017 9:26:00 AM

Intricately crafted and exquisitely expressed, this is a stunning piece of work, Greg. Congratulations on your high-placed win in Brian's contest! All the best, John.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/24/2017 6:29:00 PM

Thank you so much, John, I am pleased you liked this one, as it is very special to me, and something I wish ALL women would learn to feel about themselves and see themselves as. Blessings, my friend! :-)

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 9/16/2017 7:27:00 AM

I love your use of language, flowing like silk. Wonderful work Greg, congratulations :) xomo!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/16/2017 7:34:00 AM

That's very sweet of you, Maureen - thank you so much ... being a musician, rhythm and flow and "smoove" is very important to me - with rhyme AND free verse - so that means a lot to have you say that, kind friend. :-) <3

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 9/14/2017 10:46:00 PM

Congratulations again, Greg. Splendid orchid interpretation!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/14/2017 10:56:00 PM

Thank you very much, Subimal - much appreciated!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/14/2017 8:44:00 PM

ooh la la. I just LOVE that ending line!!! It is so fitting for this gem, Greg!! and I see it got placed by Brian. CONGRATS on that too.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/14/2017 9:18:00 PM

Very sweet of you, Andrea, and so greatly appreciated - blessings and thanks so much! :-) <3

Russell Sivey

Date: 9/11/2017 7:47:00 PM

I've had a rough day at therapy so I am glad to have read such an amazing write as this one my friend! You have impressed me yet again by such a stupendous poem! I really enjoyed reading your illustrious piece this evening, such a powerful poem, Great work!!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/12/2017 2:35:00 AM

Bless you, my friend, and thank you O much for your kind comments! I know how tough PT can be, and I pray it's paying off and that you're improving quickly ... you're in my thoughts and prayers daily! My best to your wife, Russell! <3