A rose by any other name is still
A rose and its beauty comes from
It transforming from a bud to an
Open lush flower. Although it lasts
For a while, it finally fades and We are left
With the memory and the bush.
Other flowers go through transition
But none can compare to the rose,
All things considered. The garden is
A lovely, or can be, place to be at one
With nature. There are so many things
Happening at once or in turn and we
Can go dizzy trying to keep up with all
The changes. I like an organized garden,
But not to the point that it becomes
Landscape. I keep it clean and free from
Weeds, feed it with fertilizer now and then
And water if needed. The plants themselves
Are partners and they can be collaged with
Shrubs and bushes, along with ornamental
Grassed. Many entities to make a
Beautiful showing of what nature can do if
Given a chance, which means if we are
Willing to get dirty and help it along. It brings
Peace of mind and body, and spiritual growth
All things considered.
Stanski
December 12, 2023, ^
Steve Haarman 