Delicately Opening

Closed signs turn cautiously
trepidation persists –
are openings wise at this time?

Spring ignores man’s conflicts
delicately asserts her voice
delivers a message of renewal

A reminder to all hearts to set aside worry
open anew to the wonders around us –
all else will fall in place in its own time.

(For A Photo A Week Challenge: opening; and Lens-Artists Photo Challenge: delicate colours.)

Power of a Rose

How is it that a rose knows
secrets buried deep –
that softness of hue,
hardiness of bearing,
can elicit such sentiment,
unleash nostalgic ache?

(Posted for Cee’s Flower of the Day. Image from my garden.)

Other blooms may fade,
succumbing to Autumn’s chill –
Snapdragons stand tall.

My essence is flame
words, like petals, reaching high –
transformative fire.

(For Cee’s Flower of the Day. Don’t know what these beauties are, but am inspired by their flow.)

Summer’s legacy
fades – floral memories blur
Fall hues incoming.

(For Cee’s Flower of the Day. Image from personal collection.)

Instinct drives the bee
readying for Winter’s blast –
rosy contentment.

(For Cee’s Flower of the Day. Image from personal collection.)

Potted pleasures hail
Autumn’s arrival – gracious
welcoming party.

(for Cee’s Flower of the Day. Photo from personal collection.)