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One Petal
by Lori L Moore → (All Poetry by Lori L Moore)
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A single rose from a child’s hand,

a simple last goodbye,

hesitantly placed a top the box

where her mother lie.

 

An innocent tear timidly falls

betraying man-made strength.

Coached by stoic suited ties,

consumed by what others think.

 

A dark day cannot blame the sun

when clouds refuse to shine,

and roses weep for a child’s loss

one petal at a time.


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 Reviews of "One Petal"
Reviewed by Barbara Terry
Reviewed on August 23, 2009
Very deeply touching. I remember when my aunt passed away of a brain aneurism in 1960. Nobody saw it coming, and she had been to the doctor not long before complaining about bad headaches. I can, and I think others here can too, identify with this poem. It is sad, but also touching. It just makes you want to reach out and hug this child and tell her everything will be fine. Of course those words would be meaningless at such a time, but will be remembered later on. Thank you sis for this very touching poem.

May the Lord Jesus bless you, and those whom you love, and who love you, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY WONDERFUL SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), your little sister, Barbie.

Reviewed by Gene Williamson
Reviewed on August 22, 2009
Sad, but not overly sentimental; beautifully rendered
moment captured perfectly in the two closing lines.
-gene.

Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green
Reviewed on August 22, 2009
Deeply, deeply touching. Your tenderness and compassion shine in
every line. Between, we feel the pain and undertanding that
inspired you to create this sad, sweet tribute. Always stay you!
<3 'Pea' <3

Reviewed on August 22, 2009
Oh, Lori! You've touched many hearts with this beauty, mine included.
So expressive the "...one petal at a time."
Blessing and Love - Micke

Reviewed by Mary Patterson
Reviewed on August 21, 2009
Very touching and heart felt. The poem flows well and brings the reader into the scene. Its sad , but emotional and powerful...M

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on August 21, 2009
Powerful emotions from the imagery. Love this. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed on August 21, 2009
way to verse Lori, kind of sad though, I guess the sadness is the thorns part of the rose, ouch! cheers

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on August 20, 2009
moving and nicely written ...

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on August 20, 2009
You'd Loved My Rose Gardens,Plumb Trees,Exotic Plants I Lost All Via Fraudulently Foreclosed Home...

Excellent Write On...

TRASK

Reviewed by Brenda Dobson
Reviewed on August 20, 2009
Very moving words...a glimpse of something we may all experience someday.

Reviewed by Bennett Kremen
Reviewed on August 20, 2009
A sweet song of sorrow.

Reviewed by Patrick Granfors
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Powerful imagery and wonderful words. Beautiful, Lori

Reviewed by Elizabeth Hobbs (Reader)
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Hi Lori
Your words brought tears. Very beautiful. Thank you, Liz

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
BEAUTIFUL WORK LORI...FILLED WITH EMOTION AND DEPTH, YOUR IMAGERY AND PHRASES ARE DONE WELL. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Ronald Hull
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
So bitter sweet.

Ron

Reviewed by Peter Schlosser (Reader)
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
This is extraordinary Lori. Brilliant use of metaphor and imagery combined to form a poingnant message resonant with grief and sadness. Well done!

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Your poem is heartwrenching and paints a sad picture that many mother's have experienced. What a great metaphor in the last two lines--brings tears.

Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Perfection in rhyme and flow, deeply touching in images and message.

Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Wow! Concise and beautiful, with not a single word wasted. Absolutely beautiful!

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Nothing I can say will surpass what has already been commented, but the innocence of the young lass, not fully understanding, but understanding nevertheless, is heartbreakingly real.

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Gulping down the lump in my throat after reading this one Lori, it is so beautiful and so very real. After just attending a funeral not to long ago and yes wearing my black suit and trying to keep my own tears in check to comfort my wife and daughters at the loss of her mother and their grandmother...I felt this deep in my heart. It is pure heart..
hugs
fee

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Heartbreaking and beautifully penned, Lori. I am moved to tears.
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Annabel Sheila
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
A simply lovely write, Lori! I felt very deeply every single word. Beautifully done.

Hugs,
Anna

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on August 19, 2009
Heartfelt poetry. Wonderful

Reviewed by Ankin Timourian
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
Sad but true...nicely done, especially last two lines...
Love,
Ankin
Inspired by Fountain of Trevi

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
Oh Lori, this just oozes with grief and loss, especially for the motherless child...

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
A splendid poem with a finale so exqusite that tears
must fall,but also with joy for the authors creativity!

Reviewed by Ch'erie de Perrot
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
here's another petal just about to drop...Oh you brought on the tears with this...
Prolly whats needed too.
Ty Dahls
Ch'erie xx

Reviewed by Christine Alwin
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
...such sadness,,,breaks my heart

Reviewed by John Flanagan
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
Lori,
Tremendous charge and power in this delicate, petal-like telling; I love your touch and sensitivity here.

John

Reviewed by Carol Grace
Reviewed on August 18, 2009
Very poignant, Lori. I love the last two lines. Carol


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