A thorn is as beautiful as the rose (poem) by Bhuwan Thapaliya on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Robert Cosmar (Reader)

Reviewed on May 31, 2011

An interesting perspective, Bhuwan. One can even get a splinter from sliding down a rainbow ... we must take the good with the bad. All are lessons on this human journey to awareness.
Robert

Reviewed by Rebecca Brae

Reviewed on July 1, 2010

The thorn is very underappreciated. What a spectacular subject. I thoroughly enjoyed reading your poem defending the merits of thorns.

Reviewed by Julianza (Julie) Shavin

Reviewed on November 16, 2009

I like this very much. Is this your artwork? It's gorgeous -- like a thorn, one might say.

Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)

Reviewed on May 24, 2004

Bhuwan...this is just beautiful...this had to have been the sole reason why thorns were created...great write...Fletcher B

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on May 23, 2004

eyes on, hands of the beauty. nice perspective my friend. Life has many thorns, this can be applied to it. G

Reviewed by *********** ********** (Reader)

Reviewed on May 23, 2004

Oh!! Oh, Oh,Oh........I LOVE this......and the picture is divine........ty, Dani

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on May 23, 2004

there is beauty in everthing natural ... powerful philosphical poetic
treatise ...

Reviewed by Henry Lefevre

Reviewed on May 23, 2004

A thorn protects
But has no scent.
A fregrant rose
Does not protect
But gives us joy instead of pain.

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on May 22, 2004

WISDOM AT HAND
GREAT PEN

WILLIAM

Reviewed by Katryn Dougherty

Reviewed on May 22, 2004

reminds me of le petit prince
good job :)

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on May 22, 2004

Hi Bhuwan:

This is insightful. I guess the thorns have always been there for a reason. Wonderful write indeed.

~ Sandie Angel a.k.a. May Lu ~

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on May 22, 2004

Some wise philosophical thinking here, Bhuwan. Thank you for sharing this offering. Love and peace to you from your friend in British Columbia, Canada. Regis

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

I've never thought of it this way, your way. Very intuitive. Good poem, Bhuwan. I loved the first stanza. Actually, I think it stands on its own.

Carmen :-)

Reviewed by Handsum Hart

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

outstanding, this is one sweet poem

peace and sunshine

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Never thought of it this way..
Well expressed Bhuwan......

Reviewed by Marie Wadsworth

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

the beauty and pain of a rose go hand in hand and you express that well here. well done.

Reviewed by Lori Moore

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

This is a true beauty. I agree with the philosophy behind the write. Wonderful job.

Reviewed by Sheila Jones (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Your words are powerfully brilliant, Bhuwan!
This is such a beautiful piece...
Your pen is burnished and gifted!

Love, Sheila

Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Moen

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Bravo, Bhuwan!! :) Your title is captivating, your piece, sublime, your perspective, as beautiful as the thorn.

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Double minded thoughts entered my head reading this poem

Bhuwan...even a little naughty thought....lol!!

Yes a thorn and a rose goes hand in hand... < <Wink>>

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Ann Piatt

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

I never really thought of it that way...but you know, now that i have, you have completely changed my perspective on thorns! Very good writing. :)

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

I�ll never look at another rose quite the same way Poet. Thank you for shedding new light and meaning.

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Concur with Kate, spec if I aint had my tet' jab.

Grea write, and a gift to see beauty in everything...

Reviewed by Dawn Richerson

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

fabulous insight, wonderful verse. Dawn

Reviewed by Sandra Corona

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder. Thanks for opening my eyes to another view :)!
Sandy

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Bhuwan, your wonderful intuitive perspective
brings us much wisdom through your outstanding
poetry! You are a joy to read!

Reviewed by Rose L

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Well Bhuwan, this "Rose" most assuredly possesses some thorns both as measure of protection and strength - for not only does the thorn protect the delicate flower - it also affords the stem the strength it needs to hold the flower up. One last thought, the thorns are SO necessary because in point of fact, they draw one's attention to the flower.

Also, were a "sinner" to grip the rose, is it not possible that despite the prick, they might be transformed by the beauty of the flower? Perhaps then, the thorn then protects the "sinner" from the sin? Just a few thoughts.

~Rose~

Reviewed by Alexander Shaumyan (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

I see your poem in a wider sense. Thorns are like lessons learned in life. As Socrates taught: "Life unexamined is not worth living." Loved your perspective.

Reviewed by Veronica Hosking

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Cute, reminds me of the episode of "Sawga the Chinese Cat" I watched yesterday with the girls. Sawga got a rose thorn stuck in her paw, after running around and not watching where she was going. And it took a wise old turtle to show her how beautiful the roses were as long as you slowed down and took the time to smell the flowers. Your poem fits well with that theme.

Reviewed by Lady Peg (Reader)

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

I love the concept and the profound truth of reality in this one Bhuwan..........

Love N Luck lady peg!

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

That thorn can be called "Love" which jealously guards the object of it's desire and seeks to protect her from all harm, thus allowing her beauty and radiance to shine out for all to see and enjoy with him! He is a mighty Defender and Protector indeed... A true Knight to His Lady! LOVE the beautiful Rose in the visual - stunning! Thank you, Bhuwan. Kate xx

Reviewed by E. Richardson

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

this is well done...a thought provoker for sure...splendid job, Bhuwan

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Well done - again, my friend!

Reviewed by George MacLean Akurunwa

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Great wisdom here, my friend. Great piece.

Reviewed by Dale Clark

Reviewed on May 21, 2004

Yes it symbolizes life. Great write!