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Stolen Moments – A Quadrille

Stolen Moments Today I stole precious moments Sitting for half hour Choosing to defy summer heat Longing for sun’s warmth And the scent of summer flowers I browse the book on my lap that tells me to take time and smell the roses … so I did Copyright © 2022 Christine Bolton – Poetry forContinue reading “Stolen Moments – A Quadrille”

Crimson Roses

Crimson Roses Deep crimson rosesbegin to curl and drylife slowly drainsfrom their dying stemswith a final sigh Flowers of lovein ribbons of ivory silkClutched tightlyDreaming of eternityLiving on honey and milk A symbol of hope Sonnets of love spokenHonoring a relationshipA commitment made anda bond never to be broken  Christine Bolton – Poetry for Healing ©

Lover’s Legacy

Lover’s Legacy I bury my face in your shirt Smelling your cologne Still lingering on the fabric Laundered clean since then Yet you are there touching my senses The ritual almost tantric Coffee brewing in the pot Kitchen filled with a glorious aroma Morning smells familiar of you Fresh baked bread and soft butter RosesContinue reading “Lover’s Legacy”

Flower and Flour

Flower and Flour Flowers in the rain showers Drinking their wine Soaking in the goodness Drenching the vine Flowers for senses Pleasing the eyes and nose Calla Lilies, Freesias And the red, red, rose Flowers for healing Lavender and Eucalyptus Remedies for ailments From fruits of the citrus Flour from corn and wheat Rye andContinue reading “Flower and Flour”