Tone of the Rose

Sweet Tupelo moments when that summer did swell
Ever so quietly reminiscent of the roses constant bloom
In the halo of joy's affection strewn by winds that quell
The silence of imperfection between hearts failing gloom

We adored the touch of skin and smiles that delight
Shadowed in longing dreams of passion's tone and fervent heat
Belied in parting words of summoned sorrow and sullen spite
Our uncertain bridge lay broken as we crossed in our retreat

Hope has no direction when the deed has spoken it's flower's doom
Our lies set free from truths rejection help our hearts to mend
But ever so quietly reminiscent of the roses constant bloom
My heart still feels those times of warmth for love to begin again


April 11, 2020

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Date: 4/23/2020 6:54:00 AM
This is a magnificent write; a metaphoric masterpiece and deserved every accolade; so the top win makes sense.
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Date: 4/16/2020 7:23:00 AM
Awesome write--congrats on your TOP win, Lonna.
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/16/2020 11:01:00 AM
I so appreciate your reading and enjoying!
Date: 4/16/2020 12:01:00 AM
I love
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/16/2020 11:01:00 AM
Thank you for letting me know! It means alot.
Date: 4/13/2020 6:44:00 PM
beautifully penned Lonna... congratulations on your top win!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:42:00 PM
I am so very happy and flattered! Lonna
Date: 4/13/2020 11:54:00 AM
Love the opening line! Congratulations, Lonna, on first place!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:43:00 PM
Thanks Kim! Love hearing from you. Lonna
Date: 4/13/2020 10:50:00 AM
Back with a big congratulations :)
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Date: 4/14/2020 12:44:00 PM
Thanks for the reminder about warmth! Lonna
Date: 4/13/2020 9:06:00 AM
Very beautiful, Lonna. Congrats and blessings.
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:44:00 PM
Thank you Curtis. Love the communication. Lonna
Date: 4/13/2020 8:31:00 AM
Congratulations Lonna on your top win! I particularly liked ‘Hope has no direction when the deed has spoken it's flower's doom‘ Very deep and wonderful thought! Well done once again!
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:45:00 PM
Thank you for your kind words! Lonna
Date: 4/13/2020 6:50:00 AM
The last stanza sealed this for me; 'Hope has no direction when the deed has spoken it's flower's doom.' A wise poem, that is philosophical and one many can relate to.. You were truly inspired.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest..
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:46:00 PM
With much appreciation for your kind words, and for stirring the pot of Poetry Soup poets. Lonna
Date: 4/12/2020 9:17:00 PM
Beautiful poetry, such warmth you portray. Please Stay safe,
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:48:00 PM
Harry, thank you so very much for your kind and generous comments. Love hearing from you. Lonna
Date: 4/12/2020 1:41:00 PM
I love this beautiful verse, Lonna, you're imagery is just stunning. Good luck in the contest. . Have a wonderful Happy Easter to you and your family. Hugs Eve
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Lonna Blodgett
Date: 4/14/2020 12:48:00 PM
Thanks again Eve! Wishing you and yours the same.
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