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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

Copyright © Michelle Faulkner | Year Posted 2018

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John Watt Date: 6/27/2020 1:14:00 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 Login to Reply

Ricky Muse Date: 1/28/2019 8:39:00 PM "my rock amid rivers swift". Nice. I am a sucker for a sonnet. Thanks for sharing...………….peace! Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 1/29/2019 7:12:00 PM Thanks for your kind words, Richard!

Robert Lindley Date: 9/6/2018 7:55:00 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. Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 9/6/2018 1:47:00 PM Thank you for your wonderful comment, Robert!

Pandita Sietesantos Date: 8/11/2018 6:56:00 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 Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/12/2018 10:59:00 PM We are celebrating our 13th anniversary in September, thank you for your well wishes!

Caren Krutsinger Date: 8/5/2018 7:15:00 PM Your imagery is surpassed only by the terrific feelings of love entwined in this gorgeous missive, Michelle. Well done! Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/7/2018 1:29:00 PM Always glad to hear from you, Caren!

Line Gauthier Date: 8/5/2018 5:32:00 PM Sounds like it's a Happy Anniversary! It's our 10th this year (too?). A delightful poem, Michelle. Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/7/2018 1:30:00 PM It will be our 13th in September, congratulations to you and your spouse on 10 happy years!

Jan Allison Date: 8/4/2018 3:23:00 PM An absolute joy to read Michelle, i especially love the first stanza:-) hugs jan xx Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/5/2018 4:20:00 PM Thanks for your kind words, Jan!

Andrea Dietrich Date: 8/3/2018 3:53:00 PM This is filled with the feeling of maritial bliss, a love that blooms eternal! Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/5/2018 4:21:00 PM Well it's not always "bliss" but thanks for your comment!

Winged Warrior Date: 8/2/2018 6:48:00 PM A nicely crafted sonnet Michelle...great work here...love & light...^WW^ Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/5/2018 4:22:00 PM Thank you for your thoughtful comment, WW!

Gershon Wolf Date: 8/2/2018 2:51:00 PM Wow! This is strikingly beautiful. It's so rich in imagery, so profound in meaning. It's a FAVE for me. :) gw Login to Reply Michelle Faulkner Date: 8/5/2018 4:22:00 PM Always happy for your input, so glad you liked it!