Silent One Poet Free verse

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Roses,when they begin to fade, they keep reblooming,
unlike lilies who only really have one life.  
The poem touches upon being mocked for being different,
but having such beauty that others are actually jealous.
No one should feel out of place, due to who they are,
be it colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation or disability, especially when a minority.
We all have a uniqueness about us, some too ignorant to see.
At the end of the day we breathe the same air, we are susceptible
to the same adversities and problems.

 

Persecuted Petals

In a province exploited 
by prejudiced seasons,
a minority ebony rose 
is taunted by prominent 
i v o r y            l i l i e s.
Biased blossoms ridiculing 
tones of its charcoal petals,
yet blooming in the same 
quilt of soil as each other.

Soothing raindrops 
never discriminate though,
as scents of petrichor 
fuse with floret elegance,
nor does the sun only shine
for the privileged,
as all flora sunbathes in
the passions of its rays,
refreshed by the same 
migrating gentle breeze.

Scarlet beetles 
munch upon lily leaves,
whilst aphids suck 
upon rose sepals.
Creepy crawlies 
unconcerned with 
a p p e a r a n c e,
massacre and spread 
like an epidemic.
Until the arrival of 
feathered immigrants,
who feast upon an 
assortment of morsels.

In any garden, 
birds care not for 
whom they sing.
They defecate on all flowers, 
aware all will wilt eventually.
Winter frost oppresses 
regardless of culture, 
so birds flee.
But, when roses crumble, 
they re-emerge 
fresher and brighter,
as their red thorns remain 
protecting their right
to flourish freely under 
fresh blue skies..
F O R E V E R

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Sotto Poet May 23, 2024 at 7:23 PM Back with congratulations on your win, it's a great honor for me to share the podium with you, my friend.

Paige Hind May 22, 2024 at 1:21 PM 'Quilt of soil" wow- that's really original, a beautiful message

Matt Caliri May 20, 2024 at 3:40 PM Beautiful write, and delicately observant, like the flowers you describe. And thanks so much for placing me in your contest! It was fun to stretch my imagination on the piece. Love and laugher to you...

Victor Buhagiar May 20, 2024 at 11:26 AM A great metaphoric write stressing that there should be no place for racism. Your talent in poetry always excels.

Duke Beaufort May 20, 2024 at 6:50 AM SO, this is a beautiful poem. The analogy between the garden's flowers and us is a real leap of genus (genius). It puts this terrible problem we have in terms that are so easy to think about and which stick to us. Really remarkable you are. A favorite!

Daniel Henry Rodgers May 20, 2024 at 4:51 AM Dearest Silent One, This is truly a beautifully crafted piece that speaks loudly to the resilience and beauty of those who face prejudice. I loved how the imagery of ebony roses and ivory lilies powerfully conveys the struggle and strength of diversity. Your poetic spirit words speak wonderfully of the shared humanity we all possess and the enduring spirit of rebirth and renewal. Truly inspiring and deeply moving! A FAV! - Blessings, my friend! - Daniel

Valsa George May 20, 2024 at 4:23 AM "No one should feel out of place, due to who they are, be it colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation or disability, especially when a minority." To illustrate this valid truth you have cleverly brought images from nature.. the lily and the rose. Man is the only one who discriminates between man and man on the basis of color, caste, religion or political affiliations. There is hardly anything in nature like rain or sun that shows unnecessary preferences or prejudices. The sun casts his beams on the rich and the poor. So is breeze or rain. All are cheered by their presence. Everyone is unique with special abilities which others may not have. So there is no point in the so called 'great' to look down upon the 'insignificant'. Instead of entertaining any complex each should learn to feel pride over who they are. Sublime thoughts, dear Silent One. Thanks for sharing these enlightening thoughts with us.

Maria Williams May 20, 2024 at 3:45 AM Your powerful poem while highlighting the envy that unique beauty can provoke, also emphasizes the importance of not feeling out of place due to one's race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, especially when in the minority. Everyone possesses qualities that others may overlook, and we all share the same air and face the same adversities. Rather than being fearful, we should embrace our uniqueness and rise above the fear of being ridiculed for being different. I love the message conveyed, S!.. Hugs

Andrea Dietrich May 19, 2024 at 5:54 PM A very unusual one using the rose and lilies. Great message, Silent On, on a relevant topic these days.

Joseph P. DiMino May 19, 2024 at 11:30 AM "nor does the sun only shine for the privileged, as all flora sunbathes in the passions of its rays, refreshed by the same migrating gentle breeze." Very beautiful imagery and sense. "But, when roses crumble, they re-emerge fresher and brighter, as their red thorns remain, protecting their right" -- From the dust of petals roses return fresh...though their laurels are thorns. Deep and beautiful poetry my friend.

Sotto Poet May 19, 2024 at 10:09 AM Amazing poem, dear friend; I have faith that roses, even when stepped upon by words or deeds, will rise above and thrive. The impact of your statement permeates the entire space. Your lyrical talent illuminates the wisdom that you share with us. Your use of metaphor and other literary devices to create this moving poem is superb.

John Lawless May 19, 2024 at 7:33 AM I shall convene a committee to form a commission to investigate the possibility of forming a working group to look into these allegations of inappropriate behavior within the confines of the garden...(great write SO) Silent One May 19, 2024 at 7:44 AM It's those lilies thinking they are the beautiful ones lol..Thanks

Beryl Edmonds May 19, 2024 at 6:26 AM Wonderful poetry Silent One, I believe when roses are down trodden by words or deed they will bloom again and succeed…. Beryl

Vijay Pandit May 19, 2024 at 6:18 AM Power of your message is felt throughout, SO. Wisdom words, my friend, shining in your poetic prowess.

Ink Empress May 19, 2024 at 4:41 AM Dear silent one! What a brilliant poem this is depicting racism and discrimination! We still live in a world where ebony roses arent seen for their fragrance, and ivory lilies rule! But yes like youv said soothing rain never discriminates and nourishes all petals equally. So why do some see things in a stereotypical manner! “ Scarlet beetles munch upon lily leaves, whilst aphids suck upon rose sepals. Creepy crawlies unconcerned with a p p e a r a n c e, massacre and spread “‘your metaphors and poetic techniques that you use to convey such a powerful poem is just impeccable! Not many can comprehend the deth of every line in this and your usw of every word in this has a purpose if only one reads mindfully! Ink Empress May 19, 2024 at 4:44 AM “ In any garden, birds care not for whom they sing. They defecate on all flowers, aware all will wilt eventually. Winter frost oppresses regardless of culture, so birds flee.” just love that! Nature does not care and is compassionate and treats equally! “ But, when roses crumble, they re-emerge fresher and brighter, as their red thorns remain protecting their right to flourish freely under fresh blue skies.. F O R E V E R” yes whats important is that they do come back stronger amidst all that they may have endured! Soulfully meaningful poem this is! Just love it