Philadelphus

mid june sees
mock orange
bountiful in bud
burst into a display
of perfectly profuse
pure white wonder

double flowered
heads hang heavy
each bloom perfumes
the giddy garden air
cascading from
arching branches
a bridal bouquet

not designed
to last more than
a few special days
fleeting before
its floral drift
in silent showers

a free fall
a teardrop demise
to carpet green grass
with confetti petals
a resounding echo
nothing of value
lasts forever

Reviews

[Ayvid N]

When I see petals strewn on the ground, I often think, "What a waste." So true, your concluding lines, nothing of value lasts forever, however hard we may wish it does. I feel such sadness in your words, dear Chris. Thank you for this beautiful poem.

[Chris Shaw]

I agree DIVYA, The petals aren’t even tinged with decay. They fall from the orange blossom in their finest white purity. Confetti sadness. Thank you for your treasured reviews.

Chris

[Thomas W Case]

Powerful imagery and great use of the senses.

[Chris Shaw]

Thanks for reviving the orange blossom out of season. Most appreciated Thomas.

Chris

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Your poem is a beautiful reflection on the fleeting nature of beauty and the way that even the most beautiful things in life are temporary. I loved the way that you tried to convey the idea that the mock orange flowers are a metaphor for the transience of life itself, and that even the most beautiful things in life are not meant to last forever. Your words are a beautiful reminder to cherish the fleeting moments of beauty that we encounter along the way, and to find beauty in the impermanence of things. Your poem is a beautiful celebration of the beauty of life, and I am so grateful to have encountered your words.

[Chris Shaw]

Another review and I convey my sincerest thanks for your appreciation. The irange blossom blooms for only ten days a year, but it is truly worth the wait.

Chris

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad that you appreciate the beauty of the irange blossom. It's amazing how something so fleeting can be so breathtaking. If you have time, do check out my poems too and let me know what you think.

[Fran Marie]

A lovely penned poem appealing
to the senses ..I've always loved the
month of June ..vivid descriptives
within your poetic verse..

double flowered
heads hang heavy
each bloom perfumes
the giddy garden air

Nice Work..

[Chris Shaw]

Many Thanks Fran. June in bloom. I appreciate your kind review. Thanks for stopping by.

read moreMany Thanks Fran. June in bloom. I appreciate your kind review. Thanks for stopping by.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

As Petals softly drop on fertile ground… the orange blossoms gather to whisper in the Wind…where Honey Bees buzz and 💗 love abounds… secret moments scattered in hallowed ground… tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat. your review is so beautifully poetic dear friend. Many thank yous. I hope you are having a wonderful Sunday. 🌺

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Your poetry just attacks the senses as your description invades.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you J. That’s quite something.

Chris

[Cherrie Palmer]

The little breeze, the first flower 🌼 girl casting petals as she goes.

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely response Cherrie. Took me on a nostalgia trip. Thank you. Have a wonderful weekend. read moreWhat a lovely response Cherrie. Took me on a nostalgia trip. Thank you. Have a wonderful weekend.

Chris

[Beccy]

Yes, they are quite beautiful aren't they and I have several in my garden. Sadly, as you say, their flowering time is so short, and whilst it is perhaps true that nothing of value lasts forever, we can still look forward to new growth each year.

Beccy.

[Chris Shaw]

You will know of their loveliness if you have three Beccy. So true, they will flower again the following year. Thank you for stopping by. Hope all is good in your world.

Chris

[cheyenne s garcia]

Beautiful with your words, how bright it was to read.
I especially enjoyed, the concept of it all. Elegantly written. I enjoyed this very much.

All my love - Cheyenne

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Cheyenne. So pleased to see you and to receive your kind words. Have a beautiful day.

Chris

[Neville]

wot is it they say .. you can beat an egg and a drum of course, but you just can't beat the scent of mock orange now can ya .. Phil ad Elphus and El Phus went away with a smile on er phace & peeled erself a satsuma .. cuz nuthin rhymes with orange ..

[Chris Shaw]

Ha, you are so right Neville. Nothing rhymes with orange:) Thank you kindly for gracing my page. read moreHa, you are so right Neville. Nothing rhymes with orange:) Thank you kindly for gracing my page.

Chris

[Andra Dare]

This is beautiful, Chris. You transport my soul to that place, that brief season, where I witness and feel it all. Thank you.

[Chris Shaw]

I was pleased I was able to transport you there for a short while. Thank you for your kind review Andra.

Chris