pink carnations ~ ~ cloud drifting
visage in the redolence of autumn
unpretentious goosebumps
countenance of this old lady, pretty cool
calculating glory in seemingly little things
sampling of gifts ~~ ultra mysterious
everlasting gobstoppers, multi-layered*
showstoppers, glory after glory
ever growing, ever glowing S U N R E S T
the Artist never stops creating bliss and joy
ultrasensory H A P P I N E S S
carnations that remind me of my mother
God winks in this parking space
before the arctic air ~ fresh air scented
gifting reminds me of my God
my God, my God ~ His name
is written everywhere
cloud drifting ~ my mind afloat
my inner smile with reticent grief
zephyr-peace of gladness
opalescent paradise
Colours of the rainbow
Chosen as you should know
Carefully for my dear
Crystal vase so appear
Cut carnations for her
Capturing the laughter
Cheers to a great new year
Like frills and laces on gowns; like wisdom and wit inter-spun;
Joy-filling; peace-expressing; like sparks of the evening sun;
Large, dwarf, spray... your blossoms shine in forms and types vivacious,
In charm, splendor and exuberance you seem so gracious...!
Glorious in garlands; floral queen of coronation;
What devotee would avoid you, from God's adoration?
Spring-seasonal sun and moisture you splendidly relish,
Symbolizing heart-beats, gardens and minds you embellish...!
26 August 2022
Eight Lines of Rhyme - Your Favorite Flower Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Tania Kitchin
What's found at the crack of an egg
wonderin if I have somethin', anything
left to say..
bright yolk or young generations hope..
open your mind, try if you can
whether breakfast or prayer for man.
Y'know I go to visit the lonely in their lonesome lands..
sit a spell, hold their hands.
Visit with Bukowski, well of course I would.
A lit cigarette held in shears..
expertly placed beween the spring and the pivot point,
tryin' to learn the meaning of the word poet.
We're all stuck like swirling smoke
between the spring and the dull edge,
hoping for shear ecstasy in cut rapture
like passing of the last carnation (flower for Mariupol).
Searching for myself in spoken word
just may've found it..
In verse of Cohen's Hallelujah, brought to
life in an age of Buckley, an age of genius
and beauty.., tho'
perhaps a little short-lived..
proof there's so much more we can give.
We began as roses and pink carnations
Silk and pearls surrounded us
Settling together on a cloud of joy
But then things turned ugly, and our thorns grew out
Peonies pink the spine of our book no longer
Flowers are pretty,
Don’t you agree?
All of the colors you can see.
Roses of red,
Yellow and white.
Oh, they are such a beautiful sight.
Lilacs are purple
And smell so sweet.
Carnations and mums, what a wonderful treat.
A flower can brighten
Anyone’s day.
Give someone you love a flower today.
There are carnations
I shower them all with life
so straight and so clear.
There is a rose but millions of feet are his crazy,
That's the way you are dear to you,
Everything is beautiful, the relationship between every color
and blossoms is seen in you.
The most beautiful red rose creates me with you,
Your flowers bloom most beautiful on this beautiful beauty,
There is a rose but millions of feet are his crazy,
Everybody buys the flowers, buy your name only,
Think of it,they love you.
It's so crazy that you crave all the time,
Like the flower roses to everyone's madness,
It does not care to meet anyone with you.
You are a stranger, you and millions of you are passionate.
All the roses are all licenses for you.
My Grandma had a golden hands
She planted flowers and gardens
In the front yard even at the neighbors
Red yellow orange violet
White purple roses and carnations
With such elegance she professed
The fragrance aromatic
Roses and carnation
Oh! such an array of beautiful fluorescence
Of God banquet grandeur planted
Flowers I miss the rain that's showers planted
In the ground by my grandma's hand
She kneeled down blossoms of sweet nectar
Radiant pedals putting my eyes in a trance
All the joy my nose cry for more of the fragrance
Blossoms of sweet nectar so radiant paddles
Putting my eyes in a trance wonderful smells making my nose want to dance Smile as they fly in and out deliciously sucking the nectar from the plant
I'm in such radiation caught blowing up trapped in the fragrance of
roses and carnations
Carnation and Rose in charm and beauty
ranking Princess or Queen as celebrity
in marvels of color claim serenity
suited for all occasions.
Glistening in red yellow or white,
any shade in sheen, light or bright
even rare black prince in delight.
allure all in celebrations.
Silky crimson or pearly pink
Scarlet red to glow and blink.
Best blaze in glaze so far, I think
Roses and carnations.
'STRAND CHOICE Y' Contest by Brian Strand
Chartreuse b l a d e s encompass the ROSE,
she portrays beauty that nobody knows-
When the rain p o u r s her bud grows,
with her p e t a l s that sparkle her love glows.
As she gleams in the sun she shines,
she is magnificence and marvel combined-
She calms me with grace and repose.
My favorite flower is a pink CARNATION,
she BLOOMS in the Spring with appreciation-
Mother Nature has made a l o v e l y creation,
oh, there could never be a duplication.
As she b l o s s o m s in the day she glares,
fascinated by her luster as she flares-
I write in the emerald field with inspiration.
I used them both in my wedding b o u q u e t,
I said, “I do”, on that warm August day-
on grandma’s tomb is where I lay
both b e a u t i f u l FLOWERS; true love they portray.
When the wind blows with ease I feel,
the appreciation in my soul; my heart heals-
As I pick them both in the f i e l d by the bay.
Roses and Carnations Contest
October 8, 2017
ROSES AND CARNATIONS
Roses and carnations, a lively
Imitation, of life’s full-bodied wine.
Different, yet parallel.
The embodiment of Cupid’s strike.
~
Riveting roses, sensual & aromatic.
Hourglass form, like lover’s hips
And crimson lips. She’s introverted,
Felicitous and faithful.
A dozen in her dainty hands,
A crown of beauty, bestowed.
Jealousy of upturned smiles,
Tremble around this delicate flower.
~
Roses and carnations, a lively
Imitation, of life’s full-bodied wine.
Different, yet parallel.
The embodiment of Cupid’s strike.
~
Coveted carnations, beheld.
Their colorful skirts - twirling,
exhaling & whirling. Hues
Of ruby, sapphire and pearl.
Posh petals of personality,
Adorned in grandeur’s golden portico.
One snipped, for his boutonnière.
Gaiety in her bridal bouquet.
Two lively hearts join in matrimony.
~
Roses and carnations, a lively
Imitation, of life’s full-bodied wine.
Different, yet parallel.
The embodiment of Cupid’s strike.
10/7/2017
Julie Rodeheaver’s Roses and Carnations Contest
Take carnations
tender child
till the hand
hardens
holding thorns
beneath petals
without crying
chasing kites
butterflies
rainbows colors
dazzling
from
dawn splendor
to the scarlet
gold horizon
dreaming castles
treasure islands
pearls and corals
sparkling
juggling stars
with cherubs
smiling
on moon slice
gliding
through
snow lit
Christmas
galaxies
blue and red
shimmering
till clock hands
on rose stop
thorns of time
piercing
time to pay
love with love
with
or no
applause
melting ego
in us ocean
in God's help
trusting
when too heavy
grown for parents
His strong arm
holding you
spreading
charity
lighting path
with God's love
pace and joy
unending
Gold Trophy Winner: Brian Strand-Your Option-2/2/24
Fourth Place Winer: Brian Strand Premiere 1204-3/30/23
First Place Winner: Brian Strand-All Yours-2/4/21
First Place Winner: Brian Strand-All Yours-11/1/20
Fourth Place: Julie Leigh Rodeheaver-Roses And Carnations-10/11/17
Bouquet of roses espouses love of spouse
Sentiments evoke memory that never dies
Roses and carnations adorn a loving house
Kiss of flowery scents flares romantic eyes
Sentiments evoke memory that never dies
Yellow roses proclaim friendship and joy
Kiss of flowery scents flares romantic eyes
Garden of carnations amorous souls enjoy
Yellow roses proclaim friendship and joy
White roses symbolize a brand new start
Garden of carnations amorous souls enjoy
Pink roses tug emotions of grateful heart
White roses symbolize a brand new start
Red roses shout with expressive greetings
Pink roses tug emotions of grateful heart
Roses and carnations love secret meetings
Red roses shout with expressive greetings
Gardens emanate scents blissfully pleasing
Roses and carnations love secret meetings
Emissary of love emerges playfully teasing
Gardens emanate scents blissfully pleasing
Roses and carnations adorn a loving house
Emissary of love emerges playfully teasing
Bouquet of roses espouses love of spouse
First Place
October 5, 2017
Roses and Carnations
Sponsor: Julie Rodeheaver
Sweet fragrance of moist dew seeks to transpose
white carnations, baby's-breath, red roses.
Heartwarming blooms called upon to compose
striking overture, fond bridal poses.
White carnations, baby's-breath, red roses,
their fervor takes the breath away with grace.
Striking overture, fond bridal poses,
romance of harmony at glance embrace.
Their fervor takes the breath away with grace,
with deep yearning invoked by nature's thieves,
romance of harmony at glance embrace.
Wisp air weaving like silk through trembling leaves.
With deep yearning invoked by nature's thieves,
heartwarming blooms called upon to compose.
Wisp air weaving like silk through trembling leaves
sweet fragrance of moist dew seeks to transpose.
10/3/2017
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