The Rose

The rose is a most beautiful flower
And it gives off the most glorious scent
It is mostly called the flower of Love
It’s fragrance from heaven lent

Its beauty has inspired legends
Hither and yon all over  the land
It has been involved in Gentlemen
Asking for a lady’s hand

It has decorated wedding days
And been there when love dies
It has been present so many times
As it inspired wishful sighs 

Any color can be thought of
From deep pink to a sunset red
A beautiful single scarlet rose
On the pillow of a lady’s bed

The beauty of the rose is famous
No matter the color you choose
Its blooms are inspired by all
Depending on which color you use 
 
It is sad to watch its beauty fade
As petals fall from the rose sublime
Age has taken its toll on the rose
Even its beauty no match for time

Is there a lesson here for me?
No it is just the way things unfold
All life has its moment of glory
But not all the wonder gets told
Connie Moore
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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November 10, 2015 at 11:53 AM
Connie, Congratulations on your "Favorite Flower win." SKAT
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November 9, 2015 at 2:15 PM
Congratulations in your win.
Moore Avatar
November 9, 2015 at 5:44 PM
Thank you so much
Moore Avatar
November 9, 2015 at 5:42 PM
. Thank you so much for your kind words
Posey Avatar
September 28, 2014 at 5:25 PM
Connie, I love your poem and am partial to Roses.... Read my "A Rose That Never Fades" Great Job on a wonderful theme... Love ya lots.... Jake
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September 28, 2014 at 5:30 PM
Well, thanks again Jake. I think you are just making my day. I have been in a funk lately and you are bringing me out. Helping me remember that there are beautiful things in this world even if they aren't going to last forever. And I even wrote about them. Connie
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February 26, 2014 at 9:40 PM
It is a beautiful flower, but beware of the thorns. Good write.
Moore Avatar
February 26, 2014 at 10:13 PM
thank you Robert. Your input is very appreciated. Connie
Allison Avatar
February 26, 2014 at 2:55 AM
Beautifully written. Happy reading and writing Jan x
Moore Avatar
February 26, 2014 at 3:14 AM
thank you Jan. appreciate your input
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February 26, 2014 at 1:50 AM
Connie; this is very beautiful. The way you tell the story of the Rose. It is one of my favorite flowers. Thanks for this lovely poem.... Lucilla
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February 26, 2014 at 1:56 AM
Thank you Lucilla, it is one of my favorites too. I am so glad you enjoyed. Connie
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