each petal that falls even
from the homeliest blossom
is grieved by the congregation
of blooms in the garden
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This poem as so much soul. 'untunes the euphony of echoes' did it for me. It is very very beautiful and written with such dignity. Karin Anderson
An excellent elegy. Even the flowers feel. My mind goes back to Wordsworth: Even the smallest flower that blows To me can give thoughts that lie Too deep for human tears. I am quoting from memory, if wrong, please make amends. CP
you end your pen with wonderful and unforgettable words. A great piece.
Your last lines are simply enchanting. Beautiful write. Warm regards, Sandra
I enjoyed this one Eddie. It is though the flowers sense their own demise through one petal drop.
Real poetry with great descriptions, imagery and lovely composition.
a solitary demise is not an isolation These are lines of a lifetime.....worth an applause.... by the ways...i scribbled something too....by the name of darkest dawn before night....maybe u can have a look at it..
awesome poem..eloquent write and with something to say behind...10
Really like what you did here. Keep on, your verse is rich and meaningful.
That is why we mourn and want to be surrounded while it is happening. Thoughtfull piece