WILD ORCHID -

Orchids that grow on high places 
like having a mind of their own. 
Could you tell me what's the secret? 
Your magic struck my bone. 

You ascend to climb the high trees 
like you had your own legs;
You grow on where the wild breeze 
could freely kiss your lips. 

You climb high towards the light 
so you could dodge the blight; 
To the peak of your might, you soar, 
so, no one could harm your soul. 

You make the trees your anchor
without really hurting their core;
The atmosphere is like your base 
where you could bloom and flourish. 

The blossoms of your loveliness 
radiate the radiance of your beauty; 
You take away the loneliness 
of the hearts on agony. 

Your charm is unsullied 
but you'd rather choose to hide; 
Your beauty is like the rarest pearl 
that dazzles like a priceless jewel. 

Your blooming beauty is so divine, 
You're so untamed but fine, 
Only those who dare could find
a way to rope your kind.
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Ashley Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 7:49 AM
Dear R. B., your soulful portrayal of wild orchids is beautifully expressed with vivid imagery and vibrant appreciation. Lovely personification as well "You grow on where the wild breeze/could freely kiss your lips" - wonderful! Congratulations for your excellent win in Ink Empress's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Roger  Avatar
December 14, 2023 at 4:51 PM
Thank you very much for the expressive appreciation of my work... I spent many of my childhood times on the mountains, adoring the beauty of wild orchids... But also, I used wild orchids to express my appreciation and longing for someone I could compare to a wild orchid...
Empress Avatar
December 13, 2023 at 8:29 AM
I love orchids and the way you’ve written this, conveys a deeper meaning and is so very flawless. I especially love the seamless flow of your words and that ending is so very soul stirring. Beautiful word weaving in all the ways. Exquisite. Thank you for sharing. Congratulations on your well deserved win
Roger  Avatar
December 13, 2023 at 8:40 AM
Thank you very much for the flowing appreciations like fountain that quenched my wilted heart...
Alex Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 7:37 AM
"Only those who dare could find a way to rope your kind" - Great writing. Congratulations!
Roger  Avatar
September 14, 2022 at 8:05 AM
Thanks a lot
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