My poetry rarely contains much symbolism. However, my desire to improve as a poet urged me to pen this little write. (The symbolic meaning of every flower mentioned can be found at the end of the post). The inspiration for this piece comes from Nandita’s “The Root Of Life.”
Garden of Poetry
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Strolling through her stunning verses
the aroma of rhymes entices my lungs
as poetic sunflowers generate warmth
and her love blooms in flowery tongues
Her windblown kisses of Baby’s Breath
Are love florets providing a sweet motif
As we exchange our primrose affections
For I am her stem and she my adoring leaf
She will eternally be my sacred lotus
Planted inside the deepest part of me
As I’ve become the photosynthetic sun
‘ever nourishing her garden of poetry
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The image reminded me of you N. Eye liner, touch of lip gloss, and of course the flowers in the luxurious black hair.
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Sunflowers (adoration, longevity)
Baby’s Breath (purity of heart)
Primrose (eternal love)
Sacred Lotus (In Buddhist symbolism it represents purity of body, speech, & spirit)
You have a wonderful way with words—very beautiful! I love how it can take a simple snapshot and make it sound so graceful and elegant.
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Thank you so much for your kind words. Appreciate it.
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Well written. Absolutely love the metaphors in each stanza!
I’m also trying to improve as a writer (I’m very amateur) & your work truly inspires me! Do follow & like my page justforscribs.wordpress.com
Stay tuned as I post a poem nearly everyday! Constructive criticism would be greatly appreciated. 😊
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Alicia, I just followed your blog. Anxious to read your poetry.
I was on vacation on the beaches of the Dominican Republic. Thus, my late response to your comments.
I just started writing poetry three years ago, and I have learned a lot by carefully reading my favorite
poets here in wordpress. I will gladly comment on your poems.
Nice to meet you. Again, sorry for the delay in my response. – Drew
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Thank you so much
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i could feel the baby’s breath … lovely …
i would love if you go through my poems as well … 🙂
comments, appreciation and guidance accepted ; )
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Than you for your kind words. I just followed your blog. I will be commenting on your work. Thanks for commenting on mine.
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you are always welcome !
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beautiful,, the last four lines touched my heart
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Very honored that y poem could touch you. Thank you so much for your kind words.
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Beautifully written
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Very happy that you think so. Thank you so much for taking the time out to read and comment.
Sorry, for the delay in my reply. I was on vacation in the Caribbean. Again, thank you so much for your words.
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Beautiful…fragrant…
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Smiling. Thank you so much for your lovely commentary.
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Most welcome…
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I really like it.
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Happy that you do. Thank you for reading.
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Love that first line, it really grabbed me!
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Happy that you did. Thank you for taking the time out to read and comment. You made me so happy.
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You’re welcome! 😎
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This was briliiant, the use of symbolism was powerful and exquisitely done and thanks for giving the key to the symbolism. Poems like these deserve to be understood in all their majesty and beauty. 🙂
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Very happy that you liked this. You are very generous with your comments. Thank you so much for taking the time out to read and leave such wonderful words. I appreciate it.
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My pleasure 😊
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This was so fascinating! You have a lovely way with words – how you can string them together to make such fluid sentences. “She will be eternally my sared lotus” definitely touched my heart! As an aspiring writer myself, I hope you could check out my blog faustbites.wordpress.com, I would be more than happy to have feedback to the poems I write (I’m really striving to improve as well!)
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This was so fascinating. You have a lovely way with words – how you can string words and symbolism together to make such fluid sentences is amazing. “She will eternally be my sacred lotus” definitely touched my heart! As an aspriring writer myself, it would be great if you could check out my blog https://faustbites.wordpress.com/, I would be more than happy to have some feedback on my poems!
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Een mooie ode aan de liefde
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Thank you.
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Well furnished with powerful imagery. Am fascinated by the lines…… The nectar for me at this hour…..
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What a lovely comment. Thank you so much for your kind words and read.
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Wow I love the imagery in this ! x
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Very happy that you enjoyed this. Thank you so much for reading and for your kind words.
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Wow … The symbolism 👌👌👌👌👌👌
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Delighted that you liked it. Thank you so much.
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beautiful !
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Very flattered that you think so. Thank you for your kind words.
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“windblown kisses of Baby’s Breath”
This line made me smile, powerful imagery. I respect that you’re venturing out of your comfort zone too.
If you have time please check out my page, thanks.
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Sorry, for the delay in my response. My life has been turned upside down recently. Your comments were fabulous. They made me so happy. Thank you for your kind words. They are greatly appreciated.
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Words are crucial bridge to translate thought into reality.
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The way you bind your words together is beautiful. One of the best I’ve read so far.
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Very very flattered. You have brightened my day with your words. Thank you so much.
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Very flattered by your kind gesture of sharing my poem. Thank you.
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Breathtaking.
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Flattered that you think so. Thank you so much.
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Wow! Just reading this and AH-MAZING! ❤ Wow! When can my poetry upgrade to this standard? 😦 Lol
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LOL You are so sweet and generous with your comments. Thank you so much Tammy. I am thrilled that you liked this. Means a lot. Thanks.
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Haha!!! No problem my lonely friend lol gosh that title never gets old! 😀
Yeah, no problem Drew! Stay blessed!
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lolololol Yeah, that title is gonna stick
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Hahaaaaaaa!!!
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But on a serious note you’re never lonely when you have God on your side everyday ❤
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That is so true. God bless.
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Yes and remember that 🙂 thanks you too!
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Just superb . I loved this poem very much
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Thrilled that you do. This one is special for me. Thank you.
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Great
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Beautiful writing!!
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Appreciate that. Thanks for reading and for your lovely words.
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You are very welcome! Thank you for visiting here as well! Have a great day!
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Thanks. You too.
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Can hardly add to all other comments. Loved reading this. It burst from the page with descriptiveness. Thank-you.
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Wow. Very happy you think so. Thank you for the great comment. Appreciate your kind words and time.
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Exquisite and such delicacy in these verses here …
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Humbled by your words. Delighted that you liked this poem. This one is special to me. Thank you for reading and for your super kind words.
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My pleasure🙏
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This is very lovely!
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Appreciate that. Thanks
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beautiful photo and words
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Thank you so much for reading this. I appreciate your kindness.
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A few plants in the garden do not like me… But most of them I can wax poetic about.
I try to learn meanings of things. Many things overlap, say flowers and the color they have.
“Let’s take a look: Red: Although red flowers are most commonly associated with feelings of true love and passion, they can also be used to convey respect, desire, and courage. … White: Traditionally used in bridal bouquets or during memorial services, white flowers range in meaning from purity and innocence to sympathy.”
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Yes, I spend time looking up the meaning of flowers and their colors. It is wonderful
to use every tool at our disposal to add meaning to our work.
Thank you for all of your beautiful comments and wonderful support.
It means so much to me.
And apologies for the late response.
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Most lovely garden.can i enter in this?dear dew!!
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Just Bravo .. beautiful short poem.. im just a commoners, i have difficulty enjoying long poetry esp when using dificult words that uncommon , since im not native speaker. Great works indeed. Cheers
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Grateful you think so. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.
I appreciate you taking the time out to read and leave your lovely
imprint here on my poem.
Thank you.
Stay safe.
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Oh.my Lord Buddha!!may give peace to his garden of poetry🙏🙏🙏🙏
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
AND A BRIDE WHO BUT AWAITS THY GRMTLE BFREATH! ❤
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Thanks you so much my friend.
Alaways appreciate your support.
Hey have you thought about appearing on my channel.
Do you know what poems you would select?
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STILL THINKING, DREW, AS SOON AS I SELECT ONE I WRITE A BETTER ONE! 😀
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LOL
You let me know my friend
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I WILL.
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Thanks
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😀
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