The Power of a Flower

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    The Power of a Flower

    The Power of a Flower

    By the river where we played
    as children
    in the shade
    there spring forget-me-nots

    In the days after you left
    I saw them
    through bereft
    abandoned eyes

    I saw them in profusion
    blooming
    sans delusion
    in my mind

    They filled up every corner
    crowding out
    the mourner
    chanting loud, "Forget-me-not!"

    My son has eyes forget-me-not blue
    strong and clear
    they remind me of a you
    he'll never know

    And so...

    I treasure a tiny flower
    that blooms
    with quiet power
    on the banks, in the shade, of my mind

    MLS

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    danmartyjake1 commented on The Power of a Flower

    12-10-2009

    Wow! This was an intensely felt write and read. I was impressed with your mixture of words and how you wrapped it up...
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    bloomingsun

    12/11/2009

    For a short time after losing my brother, whenever I would close my eyes I would see those flowers. It was like a gift somehow... it's hard to describe. Thanks for your kind comment.

    WordSlinger commented on The Power of a Flower

    12-08-2009

    I love this, I really understand this in so many ways, Nice~ ty WS
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    bloomingsun

    12/08/2009

    That's great, thanks for reading. Glad it made sense to you, it is one of my favorites.

    kmooney commented on The Power of a Flower

    11-17-2009

    Another beautiful poem. You are very talented at this craft. Thanks for sharing again... Kevin
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    bloomingsun

    11/17/2009

    Thank you so much, you are too kind!

    Marsink commented on The Power of a Flower

    11-16-2009

    Very moving: a reflection of the fleeting past captured in future days, revisited on the fertile banks of your mind. A warm tribute observed in this beautiful piece exuding peace. Thank you for your wonderful heart of hope in sharing this experience.
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    bloomingsun

    11/16/2009

    Thank you for your kind words. This poem is truly dear to my heart. Thanks for reading!

    jademelissa74 commented on The Power of a Flower

    11-13-2009

    Simply soothing in a time of mourning. The anguish is well conveyed, the acceptance is soothing and the healing is very soothing. You have managed to craft a wonderful piece with an impeccable imagery. Great job!
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    bloomingsun

    11/13/2009

    Thanks for reading, and for your intuitive comments. I appreciate it! This one came after the loss of my brother...

    Poetry is not the expression of personality but an escape from personality.

    T. S. Eliot (1888-1965) American-English poet and playwright.

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