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The Cardinal and the Rose

Unsure of the wisdom of getting married that day, the young woman stood in the garden of her groom-to-be. Rarely entirely confident of any big decisions, she trembled underneath her beautiful white sequinned wedding gown. She pondered and pondered, but anything bad that entered her mind had barely any weight compared with all the good of the man she loved! Suddenly her gaze fell upon the rose bush. Although it was early November, one passionately red rose still bloomed there, tall and poised – ready for romance! As if by fate, a brilliantly red cardinal alighted nearby the rose and cocked his tiny head at her as if mocking her for her foolhardiness. She recalled that seeing a cardinal meant good fortune, Smiling then, she turned enthusiastically, headed for wedded bliss. Jan. 6, 2023 For Brian Strand's the 'SECOND CHANCE ' Poetry Contest

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/18/2023 8:23:00 AM

Congratulation on your win. A wonderful write about her wedding day. I enjoyed this one. Have a blessed day.................

P.M. Richter

Date: 1/14/2023 8:37:00 PM

A blissful memory indeed ~

Sam Kauffman

Date: 1/9/2023 1:25:00 PM

A delightful tale Andrea! Truly there are no coincidences only God appointments! This is a story of a wondrous miracle and answer to prayer! Best wishes for the contest.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/7/2023 8:20:00 AM

- Like a little love story, Andrea... delightful poem - hugs

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/7/2023 7:49:00 AM

Reads like a good contender to me for the contest. Two beautiful things in nature brought together in a poem. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara

Mike Gentile

Date: 1/7/2023 6:00:00 AM

Andrea, such a lovely and romantic scene you have crafted here with your beautiful words! The with the dress contrasted with the Rose and the Cardinal red is perfect! You have a winner here! Happy Saturday xxoo

Miranda Hawley

Date: 1/6/2023 7:53:00 PM

A romantic story indeed. "Here comes the bride..."

Valsa George

Date: 1/6/2023 7:44:00 PM

In such a lovely way you have connected the story of the rose and the cardinal. The young bride in the garden, with mixed thoughts of anxiety and joy flashing through her beating heart has greater beauty than the lone red rose. All the best ,Andrea.

Joe Dimino

Date: 1/6/2023 7:16:00 PM

Such a very lovely story. This one made my heart take flight. Poetic heart, so I am a sucker for romantic poems. Well done.