Flower

by Camille - Cancer

Flower

To a special woman, born of spring
I want you to know the joy you bring . . .

The joy you bring fills our hearts
The love we share will never part
Our paths have crossed in different ways
But from our heart, you’ll never stray

So to a special woman, born of spring
How do you know what joy you bring???

Over the years and thru the tears
Because of you, we’ve conquered our fears

Through racial segregation and all the hard times
Your words and wisdom gave us peace of mind
Through degradation and heads bowed in shame
You taught us to stand tall, and be proud of our name 

While working twice as hard and still being poor
Your example kept us humble, and left us wanting more
When enduring grief, pain, and strife
You instilled in us, lessons of life

To a special woman, born of spring
Along with joy there is beauty you bring . . .

You are a rooted flower
Awaiting the Lord’s shower
A delicate petal
As stable as metal
You have a sturdy stem
More precious than a gem
A heavenly glow
Where only good qualities show
From a difficult place you were able to sprout
You grew strong, with the soil of the south

The joy and beauty a flower brings
The courage and strength, you’re all these things
So to a special woman, born of spring 
We love you and the blessings you bring!!!

Reason for writing:

    This is for my Aunt Magnolia. She is my oldest relative, I wrote this poem for her 80th Birthday celebration.    

Birth sign: Cancer
Date created: 2002-03-21 16:30:48
Last updated: 2021-03-03 14:46:07
Poem ID: 68461

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