Why is it that petals fall from the rose,
Leaving only thorns upon the stem?
And why do lilies bend low to the ground?
It's so out of character for them
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A sad tribute to how life goes on anyway, regardless of our efforts.
the underlying serenity sharpens the sadness but then plants the hope too.
HI Lora, A very nice write, sad but beautifully done. (10! !) Rose petals also fall in a last attempt to expose the pollen and increase the possibility of new young and beautiful roses to be able to grow. Love is almost the same in my eyes, sometimes when it dies you need to expose yourself in order to let new love in. Best wishes, Eldin
Lora, another masterful romantic, sad love poem, well done! Loyd