An Eulogy to the Rose

a poem by Sheela K . Sharath

You are the
quintessence of
nature’s perfection
and the
pride of it’s
garden!

Paeans of praise
have been written
on your flawless
symmetry!

You are the symbol
of love,
purity and innocence!

Such is your supreme sway,
that people the world over
swear by your
fragrance …
ethereally sublime,
sensuous and
lingering!

May you bloom
in nature’s bounty
forever and a
day!