Roses in October

  Roses in Octoberby Rose Owens Copyright 2010 Roses, I see rosesRed, yellow, pink,Old fashioned roses,Full bloom roses,Roses blooming,Summer’s glory. Childhood memories ‘neath Utah skiesWhisper in my mind. Rose petals scatteredBefore a dress-up bride,Carefully cradling a rose bouquet.Stems wrapped in toilet paper,Defense against the thorns.Petals spread like frostingAdorning mud-pie cakes,Imaginary food for imaginary friends.  Roses,I see […]

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