๐น Someone once asked me:โWhat do you get out of writing poetry, quotes, and fundraising for charities?โThe truth? I donโt get much in the material sense.But I gain something far greater:
โจ The joy of turning words into hope.
โจ The chance to give voice to those who feel unseen.
โจ The opportunity to let art serve a purpose bigger than myself.Thatโs why I wrote If Rose Could Talkโa poem reminding working professionals to pause, breathe, and remember their worth.
For me, poetry is not just about beauty, itโs about impact.I donโt just write for myselfโI write so words can bloom into kindness. ๐น
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They admire my petals, soft as whispers, kissed by the sun. They reach for me, drawn by my fragrance, intoxicated by my hue. But they forgetโ beauty does not come without pain.
My thorns stand guard, etched in the flesh of those who hold me carelessly, who pluck without thought, who love without knowing that love has a cost.
I did not choose themโthese thorns. They grew with me, woven into my being, etched in my spine, a silent testament that even beauty must learn how to defend itself.
Yet, even I wonderโ Am I the flower, or am I the thorns? Am I the softness, or the strength? Perhaps I am both. Perhaps I must be.
For the world is not kind to the unguarded. And though I ache to be held without harm, I knowโ without my thorns, I would not survive.
While writing this poem I have used Free Verse style.
Explanation: Free verse allows for an organic and emotional flow, mirroring the unpredictability of lifeโs struggles. Without a rigid rhyme scheme or meter, it captures the raw emotions of pain, resilience, and self-discovery. Just like thorns on a rose, lifeโs challenges do not follow a structured patternโthey emerge naturally, shaping us in unexpected ways. This form gives the poem a conversational yet deeply introspective feel, making it more relatable and impactful for readers.
Questions for you
๐น Have you ever felt like your struggles were a part of you, just like the thorns on a rose? How did they shape you?
๐ฟ Do you think thorns are a sign of strength or a reminder of pain? Or perhaps both?
๐ If beauty comes with struggle, what do you think is the “thorn” in your own journey? How has it helped you grow?
โจ Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Your reflections and experiences matter.
Have you ever held a rose in your hand? At first glance, it seems delicate, its petals soft as velvet, its fragrance intoxicating. But as your fingers trace its stem, you suddenly feel a sharp stingโa thorn hidden beneath its beauty. In that moment, you realize something profound: a rose is not just defined by its petals but by the strength of its thorns.
Now, pause for a moment and thinkโarenโt we just like roses in many ways?
The Duality of Beauty and Strength
Society often glorifies beauty, success, and ease, much like the petals of a rose. But what about the struggles, the pain, and the resilience that make those moments possible? The truth is, beauty alone does not define a person. It is the strength they gain through hardshipsโtheir thornsโthat shape their character and story.
Think about a time in your life when you faced difficulty. Maybe it was heartbreak, loss, failure, or self-doubt. In those moments, you might have felt broken. But wasnโt it also in those moments that you discovered your resilience? Just as a rose’s thorns protect it from harm, our struggles equip us with the strength to withstand lifeโs challenges.
Embracing the Thorns in Our Lives
We often wish for an easy path, a life without struggles, but have you ever considered that the very challenges you face are what make you stronger? A rose without thorns may seem appealing, but without them, it is vulnerableโeasily plucked, easily destroyed.
Heartbreak teaches us the value of love and self-worth.
Failure carves the path to growth and resilience.
Pain reminds us that we are alive, feeling, and evolving.
Challenges shape us into warriors, not just dreamers.
A Question for You
Now, letโs reflect. If you could go back and erase every struggle, every thorn from your journey, would you? Or would you embrace them, knowing that they played a role in making you who you are today?
Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Letโs share our stories of strength and growth, and inspire each other to see the beauty in our own thorns.
Share This & Spread the Message
If this blog resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear this today. Letโs remind the world that true beauty isnโt just in how we shine but in how we endure. Like a rose, may we all bloom with grace and stand tall with strength. ๐นโจ
Have you ever watched a rose bloom? Not just glanced at one in passing but truly observed it? From a tightly wrapped bud to its grand unfurling, every petal opens in its own time, untouched by haste or impatience. No force can rush its bloom, yet when it finally blossoms, it is breathtaking in its perfection.
What if I told you that your journey in life is no different?
The Beauty of Patience in Growth
We live in a world that glorifies speed. Fast results, instant success, quick transformationsโeverything is expected to happen overnight. But nature teaches us a different lesson. A rose does not rush to bloom. It takes its time, absorbing the sunlight, drinking in the rain, strengthening its stem, and deepening its roots. Only when it is truly ready does it open up to the world in all its glory.
Now, take a moment to reflectโare you rushing your own growth? Are you comparing your timeline with others, feeling frustrated when things donโt happen as quickly as youโd like?
Your Journey, Your Timing
Think about the most meaningful achievements in your life. Did they happen instantly, or did they take time, effort, and patience? Perhaps you struggled through challenges, moments of doubt, or even failure before you finally reached your goal. And when you did, didnโt it feel worth the wait?
Life is a series of seasons. Some days, you may feel like a closed bud, hidden and unsure, waiting for your moment. Other times, you may feel like you are bloomingโradiating confidence, success, and fulfillment. Both seasons are equally important. Just because you are not in full bloom today does not mean you are not growing.
The Dangers of Forcing the Bloom
Imagine if you tried to peel open the petals of a rose before it was ready. You would damage its delicate structure, ruining what could have been a beautiful bloom. In the same way, forcing yourself into something youโre not ready forโbe it a relationship, a career move, or even personal healingโcan do more harm than good.
Success, love, healing, and personal growth all have their own rhythm. Trust it. Just because someone else has bloomed before you doesnโt mean your time wonโt come. The sun shines on every flower, and your turn will arrive.
What Can We Learn from the Rose?
Patience leads to beauty. Growth is a slow process, but the results are worth the wait.
Struggles are part of the journey. Thorns donโt make a rose any less beautiful; they make it resilient.
Comparison is the thief of joy. Every flower blooms at its own timeโwhy rush yours?
Embrace the process. Instead of wishing for the bloom, enjoy the journey of getting there.
Your Turn: Share Your Story
Can you think of a time when patience led to something beautiful in your life? Maybe a job opportunity that came at the perfect moment, a relationship that flourished with time, or personal growth that only happened after you let go of control?
Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Letโs inspire each other with stories of patience, perseverance, and perfect timing. ๐น
Like, Share & Download a Special Reminder
If this blog resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear this today. And as a little gift, Iโve created a beautiful rose-themed video screensaver/wallpaper to remind you that your bloom will come at the right time. Click [here] to download it and let it be a daily affirmation that your journey is unfolding exactly as it should.
Letโs trust the timing of our livesโjust like the rose. ๐ฟโจ
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This stage represents the rose at its peakโflourishing, radiant, and full of vitality. It symbolizes adolescence to young adulthood, a time of discovery, confidence, and the unfolding of oneโs true self.
Poem: The Radiance of the Bloom
The Radiance of the Bloom Oh rose, resplendent in crimson hue, Your petals whisper tales, so soft, so true. Unfurled with grace, a dance divine, Each fold a treasure, each curve a sign.
The sun adorns your silken frame, A fiery crown to light your name. The morning dew, your gentle muse, Reflects the hues the heavens choose.
Oh bloom of life, your moment here, A fleeting joy, yet held so dear. In your beauty, the world does see, A mirror of youthโs vitality.
Sing, rose, in the garden’s embrace, Your bloom a hymn of love and grace. For though your time is but a breath, Your beauty triumphs over death.
Explanation of the Style
The Ode style was chosen for this poem because it emphasizes admiration and celebration, ideal for capturing the rose at its peak. The structured stanzas and elevated language reflect the splendor of the bloom and evoke feelings of awe and appreciation.
Note from writer:
As I delve into the journey of a flower through its phases, I aim to capture its essence in various poetic styles. I would love to hear your thoughtsโlet me know which style resonates with you the most and why. Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome and deeply appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to engage with my work.
In the delicate petals of a rose lies the story of life itself. Each phase, from seed to bloom and eventual decay, mirrors the journey of humanityโits dreams, struggles, love, and wisdom.
This collection of poems draws inspiration from the rose, a timeless symbol of beauty, resilience, and impermanence, to explore the stages of existence. Through its transformation, we uncover reflections of our own lives: moments of innocence, fiery passions, and the quiet grace of aging. Step into the garden of words, where every rose tells a storyโyours, mine, and ours.
First Poem: The Origin โ Seed to Bloom
The Seed’s Whisper Beneath the soil, where shadows sleep, A quiet promise begins to keep. A seed, so small, yet dreams so wide, Holds the world’s beauty deep inside.
With gentle rains and sunlit beams, It stirs awake, weaving silent dreams. A tender sprout, so green, so shy, Reaches upward to kiss the sky.
Oh, fragile life, so full of grace, In the hidden corners, it finds its place. The spark of hope, the dawn of light, Breaking the soil, embracing the fight.
The seedโs journey, so pure, so true, A reflection of me, a reflection of you. In every beginning, a tale is spun, Where life’s great story has just begun.
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