Roses are Red, But

Roses are red, before and ever,
violets, too, are blue, forever,
but given the pain you have sowed,
I'll pack up and hit the road
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Goldsmith Avatar
January 20, 2026 at 10:57 AM
A story told in just 4 lines. Great rhyme here. Have a fun day writing away..........
Crandall Avatar
January 20, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Thanks, Paula!
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