Michelle Faulkner Poet Sonnet

Two Roses

On our wedding he gave a crystal rose
Flowering forever, enrobed in glass
Ballerina's grace in delicate pose
Guardianship of tradition, of class

Witness of first years, of paper, cotton
Commitment held, her thorns learn to forgive
Pain polished away, stains dimmed, forgotten
Like love immortal, death she will outlive

Ten years on, he presented me her twin
Silvery spring caught; his honor, my gift
For old promises kept, new ones begin
He is still my rock amid rivers swift

Two roses, bloom in space the heart allows
Two roses, as eternal as our vows.

8/01/18

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

John Watt June 27, 2020 at 1:14 AM This is exquisite sonnet writing, Michelle. So many delightful lines and phrases of building a lasting love: "Commitment held, her thorns learn to forgive" and "He is still my rock amid rivers swift" are two favorites. Also "bloom in space the heart allows" is very poetic. You describe the crystal roses so well, and your strong marriage is the centerpiece. Hope you both enjoy your 15th anniversary coming up this September. A fav for me ~ John

Richard Evans January 28, 2019 at 8:39 PM "my rock amid rivers swift". Nice. I am a sucker for a sonnet. Thanks for sharing...………….peace! Michelle Faulkner January 29, 2019 at 7:12 PM Thanks for your kind words, Richard!

Robert Lindley September 6, 2018 at 7:55 AM Awesome sonnet my friend. Exceptional verses that reveal the depth of love and beauty represented by the rose.. A fav.. a glistening gem too. Michelle Faulkner September 6, 2018 at 1:47 PM Thank you for your wonderful comment, Robert!

Pandita Sietesantos August 11, 2018 at 6:56 PM Michelle, this is so beautful and loaded with lovely imagery! The love and devotion reflected herein are simply awesome! I wish you continued love, joy, and happiness! Hugs. Pandita Michelle Faulkner August 12, 2018 at 10:59 PM We are celebrating our 13th anniversary in September, thank you for your well wishes!

Caren Krutsinger August 5, 2018 at 7:15 PM Your imagery is surpassed only by the terrific feelings of love entwined in this gorgeous missive, Michelle. Well done! Michelle Faulkner August 7, 2018 at 1:29 PM Always glad to hear from you, Caren!

Line Gauthier August 5, 2018 at 5:32 PM Sounds like it's a Happy Anniversary! It's our 10th this year (too?). A delightful poem, Michelle. Michelle Faulkner August 7, 2018 at 1:30 PM It will be our 13th in September, congratulations to you and your spouse on 10 happy years!

Jan Allison August 4, 2018 at 3:23 PM An absolute joy to read Michelle, i especially love the first stanza:-) hugs jan xx Michelle Faulkner August 5, 2018 at 4:20 PM Thanks for your kind words, Jan!

Andrea Dietrich August 3, 2018 at 3:53 PM This is filled with the feeling of maritial bliss, a love that blooms eternal! Michelle Faulkner August 5, 2018 at 4:21 PM Well it's not always "bliss" but thanks for your comment!

Winged Warrior August 2, 2018 at 6:48 PM A nicely crafted sonnet Michelle...great work here...love & light...^WW^ Michelle Faulkner August 5, 2018 at 4:22 PM Thank you for your thoughtful comment, WW!

Gershon Wolf August 2, 2018 at 2:51 PM Wow! This is strikingly beautiful. It's so rich in imagery, so profound in meaning. It's a FAVE for me. :) gw Michelle Faulkner August 5, 2018 at 4:22 PM Always happy for your input, so glad you liked it!