-- Spring Flowers --

John Herlihy

Spring flowers bend,

But they do not break.

Transient beauty lend,

Stirring onlookers awake.

Such intoxicating perfume,

Their universal token.

From bud to bloom,

As their hearts open.

We offer lovers flowers,

To make a clear statement.

In the unfolding petals – powers,

Elevating the present moment.

Daffodils – a kind of prayer,

Clear proof of resurrection.

A blessing to ward off despair,

Flowers speak of perfection.

We wait patiently for them to come,

Those spring flowers never disappoint.

Hearts filled as if something is won,

Nature's beauty our souls to anoint.

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Copyright © John Herlihy

Friday 23 March 2023