Solitary Rose

You tipped your hat
We parted ways
At your suggestion
But, at my despair
As I approached my doorstep
I saw a single black rose
Looking so bitter and alone
I picked it up and took it with me 
And placed it on my chest as I lay in my coffin
Copyright © | Year Posted 2007

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