I ... entered the poem of life, whose purpose is ... simply to witness the beauties of the world, to discover the many forms that love can take. (Barabara Blackman in 'Glass After Glass')

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9 June 2017

A Photo of a Rose














for Shae

This rose, a gift from her lover
(in whose garden tenderly grown)
tells her she too is exquisite –

more treasured than any other.
No longer need she stand alone
to wait, yearn, anticipate, wait….

Roses do not last forever
but love is constantly reborn
in the ever-renewing heart,

not needing as a preserver
poem, photo, or anyone
to assure her that this is right.

Yet for beauty’s sake, moreover
affection, I take it upon
myself to hereby celebrate!

As the rose reflects the giver
equally with the gifted one,
I rejoice that now you are met.


Written for the Poetic Asides rimas dissolutas challenge.

 And linked to Poets United's Poetry Pantry #357
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27 comments:

  1. kaykuala9 June 2017 at 20:39

    but love is constantly reborn
    in the ever-renewing heart,

    A rose has a way of getting the giver more satisfaction than the one who receives!

    Hank

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  2. Sherry Blue Sky9 June 2017 at 23:40

    How lovely when one is "met". Fave lines: "love is constantly reborn in the ever-renewing heart."

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  3. Anonymous10 June 2017 at 10:06

    Aah, so romantic. (and I see your cleverness - "er"}

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  4. Mary11 June 2017 at 06:17

    What a beautiful message. It is great that love can be reborn and renewed. There is always hope!!

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  5. Sumana Roy11 June 2017 at 12:25

    "As the rose reflects the giver / equally with the gifted one," Such beautiful lines to be treasured forever...

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  6. Therisa's World11 June 2017 at 16:53

    There's an inner essence of a rose, that symbolizes, love, strength, and beauty, one can't find in other flowers. Is it any wonder, it's the "go to" flower, to celebrate great emotional events, in our lives, whether they be sad or joyous.

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  7. Old Egg11 June 2017 at 17:02

    How beautifully you have written this Rosemary.

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  8. Jae Rose11 June 2017 at 18:31

    I like how you have captured her certainty and spirit

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  9. Sanaa Rizvi11 June 2017 at 19:07

    Such gorgeously penned half rhymes here, Rosemary!!❤️ Especially love; "Roses do not last forever but love is constantly reborn in the ever-renewing heart." *Swooooon*❤️

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    1. Rosemary Nissen-Wade12 June 2017 at 00:08

      Sanaa, I was somewhat influenced by your poetic style in this piece, e.g. the construction of the second line, and some of the language. When I had trouble fitting what I wanted to say into the form, I tried to think of how you might say it, and that helped. Glad it worked!

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    2. Sanaa Rizvi12 June 2017 at 18:32

      Oh gosh! That's incredible😍 I am so honored that you were influenced by my style of writing here. It's a gorgeous poem, Rosemary❤️ I am so glad it worked out for you! Big hugs😍

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    3. Rosemary Nissen-Wade12 June 2017 at 23:16

      Because English is not your first language, you find new creative ways of using it which would not occur to those of us who grew up with it. So I learn from you new possibilities.

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    4. Sanaa Rizvi13 June 2017 at 01:54

      ❤️❤️❤️

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  10. Magical Mystical Teacher11 June 2017 at 21:55

    I, for one, am glad that love is constantly reborn, even though its most powerful symbol, the rose, doesn't last forever.

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  11. scotthastiepoet11 June 2017 at 21:59

    Yes indeed Rosemary - how Iove roses to and all they represent, which you've rendered here so beautifully here - perfect for an early summer afternoon, when my roses are in full bloom - TRhank you...

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  12. Thotpurge11 June 2017 at 22:41

    not needing as a preserver
    poem, photo, or anyone
    to assure her that this is right.
    .... yes!! love that....

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  13. Gillena Cox11 June 2017 at 23:18

    The rose is the bridge to two hearts here in your poem. So romantic. Yum

    Have a nice Sunday Rosemary

    Much love...

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  14. annell411 June 2017 at 23:49

    Like the Rose, love may not last forever, but forever we can be gratiful for it's coming, and its renewal.

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  15. ayala11 June 2017 at 23:56

    A beautiful poem with a beautiful message...love reborn. :)

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  16. Magaly Guerrero12 June 2017 at 00:56

    "love is constantly reborn", indeed... especially when hearts make sure of it.

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  17. indybev12 June 2017 at 01:14

    The rose, like love, is a gift for the giver and for the receiver. Beautifully expressed.

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  18. Jennifer Wagner12 June 2017 at 02:30

    This is so pretty, photo and poem both.

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  19. ZQ12 June 2017 at 04:21

    Hmmmmm..... :)
    ZQ

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  20. Myrna R.12 June 2017 at 04:35

    Lovely. I like the picture and the words are so beautifully combined. Love how you express love's renewal.

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  21. Wendy Bourke12 June 2017 at 08:38

    A lovely, melodious piece ... the rhyming scheme: mesmerizing.

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    1. Anonymous12 June 2017 at 12:05

      Such a lovely gift of remembrance you have given your friend,

      Elizabeth

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