Lin Lane Poet Rhyme

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The Gift of a Rose

There thrives inside the garden walls
a bloom that enchants and enthralls
oft' luring poets to compose

Amidst sweet scents, all others pale
Designs on ardor will prevail
when given the gift of a rose

Velvet petals in crimson red
lends voice to love in words unsaid
from hearts in which emotion flows



Written in Nove Otto Form (aabccbddb with each of the 9 lines having 8 syllables)

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Harry Horsman May 6, 2018 at 3:23 AM Amazing rhyme and rhythm, love this poem. Lin Lane May 6, 2018 at 8:23 PM Thanks ever so much, Harry.

Jan Allison May 5, 2018 at 5:28 PM beautifully penned Lin and indeed the rose is inspiration for many poets:-) Thanks for bringing this lovely form to my attention:-) hugs Jan xx Lin Lane May 5, 2018 at 8:33 PM Thanks very much, Jan. It's only 9 lines and is quite easy to follow. I think you'd like it.

Eileen Manassian May 5, 2018 at 2:15 PM Beautiful, dear...I'm not aware of this form. Thanks for explaining it in the footnote. That last stanza really spoke to my heart. Lovely Lin Lane May 5, 2018 at 8:32 PM It's one used on another site and I've enjoyed using it. Thanks so much, Eileen.

John Gondolf May 5, 2018 at 11:29 AM Another beautiful poem, Lin, this is such an easy flowing form, an enjoyable read. John Lin Lane May 5, 2018 at 8:31 PM Thank you, John, It's an easy form to follow...not too many rules to govern it.

Line Gauthier May 5, 2018 at 10:29 AM Lovely, Lin. Superb poem. Congrats. Lin Lane May 5, 2018 at 11:09 AM Thanks so much for liking this one, Line.

Artsieladie Sharon Donnelly May 5, 2018 at 9:55 AM Beautiful and beautifully written, Lin. The rose of red has enticed many a pen to write about its beauty, its meaning time and again. All the best to you. :) ~ Artsie Lin Lane May 5, 2018 at 10:25 AM Thank you very much for your gracious comments, Artsie.