Never Bring Me Roses

Show me that you know me...and you're sure to blow me away. Never bring me roses!

Never bring me roses, or I shall think you lazy

To earn my affections, gather wildflowers instead

Simple bouquets of Cosmos, Baby's Breath, and Daisies;

Or Bluebells and Fawn Lillies, for the vase beside my bed.

 If you take time to remember the simple things 

And bring me Crimson Clover or Drummond Phlox.

My eternal love shall bid Farewell-to-Spring

Whilst I admire your gloves of a fox.

As I drink in the beauty from your cups of wine,

And caress your buttons with the tip of my finger,

I shall know that you see this heart of mine

And surely, my affections shall linger.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

Thanks to Honeypot for the suggestion. I do believe you were right... :)

Reviews

[Honeypot]

I think this was lovely! Its smart and show's a style and thinking process that is unique. I'm a big fan of free verse because I think the flow of it works so well if done properly. You have done an excellent job. Oh, and the 2nd line you mentioned maybe you could shorten it to simply "Earn my affections, gather wildflowers instead" and take out "If you wish". Just an idea. I think the flow is smoother than you think.

[Lorraine]

I totally love the idea of this. Seriously, guys should ponder over this a little bit more. In this constantly modernizing world, people always think that the most expensive and most elegant things are what brings much happiness. Somehow this poem reminded me of just how important effort and sincerity are. This is a very nice read.

Keep Writing. ^___^

[BjH]

a warning or advice?

very fun to read aloud in either a nasty or nice tone

cheers

[Clockwork]

Its a pretty interesting idea. I think a flower is a poor symbol for love because once picked it always dies. The ideas of those wild flowers representing love runs deeper I think. I though the end was a little rough but other than that it was solid.

[Edie Boyd]

I really like this. It sort of makes me thinks of the song 'Scarborough Fair' except you're listing flowers... short and sweet.