Fleur de Bella

October 8, 2012

Beautiful flower My precious one Tiny hands, little buds Obsidian hair, soft and fragile Innocent eyes, exploring the world Yet to be tainted by sorrows and deception What will you look like as you grow stronger? Who will you become as the days grow longer? How will you act when I'm not around? My beautiful flower? I am not perfect, have never claimed to be So I will become a living tree, and cradle you in my arms A safe haven, my beautiful flower, to protect you from harm For until that day you are ready to bloom I will be there always and forever, loving you.

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upnorthdavidNov 7, 2018

This is really, really good! Great imagery created! Keep it up. Ever consider collaborating on a poem? It's a great experience!

Loveless712Nov 1, 2012

Thank You! ^.^

jwienerOct 25, 2012

This is a beautiful poem! I really like the contrast between the flower and the tree, and how that tree is protecting the flower for as long as possible. Also, the beginning of the poem with the first four lines, you add another number of words, which is a great technique because the reader can really see the words flow on the page. Have you ever written a cinquain poem? It uses similar line structure, and you might think it's fun to write, too- check out "poetry writing tips" for how to write one in the "resources" section!