A Rose for Mother

 

Enamel-roses
sit still, next to
Mother's porcelain teacup
on a white linen
tablecloth draped
on the dining-room buffet

once they were real
and her teacup filled with
fresh brewed tea
on a shining sunlit day.

and if I could give you one thing
It would be a rose for you Mother
on your special day
so long ago it seems
you've passed to
a better place

 I've only your photograph
and fond memories of you Mother
left to be found among my dreams.

and If I could give you one thing
It would be a rose for a Rose
for your essence remains

and I remember Mother Dear
you sipping tea in the afternoon,
Arranging flowers daintily, just so,
in vases on the veranda

 And I've not forgotton
your smile and sweet laughter's tune
Oh, yes, Mom, if I could give you one thing
it would be the best rose that comes
from this heart of your womb.
 

 
Dedicated to my Mother, Anna Rose.
who now resides in heaven

 

Reviews

[Salvatore Buttaci]

You are one of the few poets I've read who can elicit deep emotions from me. As Christians we can rest assured that if we follow His way, we'll all be reunited in the eternal life. You will see your dear mother and father and I will see all those in my family who have preceded me in this pilgrimage called life.

Sal

[kentuck14]

Fran,
A wonderful poem of remembrance and the beauty of motherhood. I lost my mother to cancer nearly 32 years ago and still miss her at times. Great ending . . . "it would be the best rose that comes/from this heart of your womb." Says so much.
Tom

[Fran Marie]

Yes..true.. I still miss mine also..thanks Tom ever so much for your kind review on my poetry..I appreciate it

[Re-Pete]

a beautiful moving tribute to a dear one. a rose for a rose. a classy elegance in your loving words. hold onto those cherished memories. a part of them lives on in us forever ... :)

[Fran Marie]

So true..thank you Pete for. Reading and your kind words ..much appreciated

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Fran... your poem reflects the sweetest words
from you... the heart of her womb.
My Mother Edith Irene also now resides in heaven.
She always thought of me as a Rose unfolding.
Her love was always like raindrops of assurance of
unconditional love. truly, Pat

[Fran Marie]

Thanks Pat..so much for your Lovely thoughtful review on my poem..I so appreciate it..

[Chris Shaw]

Beautiful imagery you have created here. Give your mother that rose on her special day. Buy a beautiful fresh rose, light a candle and place it next to your Mum's photograph. Poignant thoughts about your mum in Heaven.

Thank you

Chris

[Fran Marie]

Thank you Chris..so sorry I am late with my thank you note....

[barleygirl]

This is so beautifully stated with detailed memories drawn in vivid word pictures. I like the reference to old-timey things such as teacups & tablecloths, plus your tone throughout matches the delicacy of these memory-provoking articles. Your adoration is palpable, mixed with a touch of melancholy.

[Fran Marie]

thanks so very much barleygirl.. I so appreciate your kind words..

[jacob erin-cilberto]

i relate to this so well, mine too resides there----you bring back many memories here.

thank you, Fran Marie...

j.

[Fran Marie]

I'm sure she is my friend, thanks, Jacob, so much for your thoughts on this poem

[AYVID N]

Fran...You transported me to an era of beauty and grace ...and love. She and her home were so priceless...Heaven is a better, more beautiful place with her in it. I absolutely love the descriptions here. It's a favorite poem for me...

[Fran Marie]

Yes, I agree ..heaven is better, thanks, Divya, ever so much...

[Renée]

A beautiful remberance ..each line sweet & lovely.. I am sure , just like your mother.

[Fran Marie]

Thanks so much, Renee, I appriciat it..

[Renée]

It was my pleasure.. I was fortunate to run across it.

[anne]

amazing write......such a beautiful poem.....mothers......there is no one like them......a lovely tribute to your mother......I can see the mother and daughter relationship, one of the best in the world........I will not say about line since each line is beautiful and I have to write every........

[Ashira Macy]

This was a gorgeously written piece of art, full of fondness as well as a little bit of sadness. It captured me from start to finish in wonderful imagery. The repetition with the slight changes in the different verses tied the whole thing together seamlessly.

Enamel-Roses
sit still, next to
Mother's porcelain teacup
on a white linen
tablecloth draped
on the dining-room buffet

Once they were real
and her teacup filled with
fresh brewed tea
on a shining sunlit day.

These were my favorite two stanzas (because I couldn't pick just one) because they take you from present day when the real roses are replaced with enamel in tribute, back the past when they were as real and alive as your mother was. This was fantastic and stunning, keep it up!

[Fran Marie]

thanks Ashira, so very much appreciate the review and win in your family contest

[Ashira Macy]

You earned it dear! =)