Faux

The title has nothing to do with this. I just decided to name it that, I hope you understand. This poem has a literal meaning and a figurative meaning. Becareful.

I was strolling down a narrow path,

when my eyes met a beautiful rose.

Blood, dripping in it. What a looker.

To touch one petal was like heaven,

So soft, yet strong, and so amazing.

It catches your eye, like a shiny object, shimmering in the golden rays of the sun;

I fell in love.

I reached out, so slow it could have been a year. My eyes big with pride and exciment.

I found the perfect rose. It got everything, even if it was tattered.

Not this on, though- No, this one is too perfect. -But I want it.

the blood dried rose, makes me smile.

One that does not shatter my heart:

It's a pure smile, one that does not have to be forced.

Gently, I reach for the steam,  then grip-

"OW!" I screetch, I recoil my hand, and bring my finger close to my eye.

The pain is a terrible stinging, as the blood dripped on and on, non-stop.

I stare in horror, and look back at that rose.

Of course; This rose has thorns.

Such a beautiful thing, this crimson, bloody rose.

Full of sorrow, and hate, and I- Well, I, could not help it.

But I wanted that rose, it should have been mine.

Unfortuantly, it couldn't be.

My mind always lingers on that rose,

and I do not think, that it will ever stop.

I will never forget, that one important thing;

That rose,

had thorns.

 

Author's Note

I think I have grammar problems, spelling errors. I'm not sure, but it's not the point.

Reviews

[LisetteCanWrite!]

I like your title for this writing, after reading your writing I believe it is fitting.. every rose has it's thorns (is a song) but is soooo true in real life.. just cause something looks perfect doesn't mean it is.. such simple philosophy that can be so complicated too.. keep writing as your writing flows with reality.. smoothly. Thank you for sharing!!

[Eagle Cruagh]

You are so right. Spelling errors and grammar
are important in their place, but the first and
really important thing is writing from your heart.

You have done a remarkable piece of writing, with
moral lessons for us to learn.

Thank you for a beautiful piece,

----- Eagle Cruagh