The Rose

The dirt, a healthy stimulation of growth.
The stem, allowance of life.
The thorns, Protector of beauty.
The petals, the symbol of simplicity.
Nectar, Giving life back from birth.
Blossomed, a treasure to hold forever.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Strand Avatar
August 12, 2009 at 12:18 AM
Thank you for supporting my contest Julius.Rgds Brian
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August 11, 2009 at 4:31 PM
Interesting work. Sara
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