The fragrance ever lingers on the hand
of him who gives the beauty of a rose,
who lifts his hands to God then blesses man
so that his gift may prosper where he goes.
Before he gives his gift he prunes it well
to offer it without ill will or thorn.
For even in his garden's drabbest spell
he gives his best, not something bruised or torn.
In blessings from the heart that love bestows
God's gifts are as the sweetness of a kiss,
as fragrant as the petals of a rose
when offered in the servitude of bliss.
To give possessions is not Heaven's call;
the man who gives himself hath given all!
Author notes
FORM: Sonnet http://www.shadowpoetry.com/resources/wip/sonnet.html
My Inspiration: "The fragrance always remains on the hand that gives the rose." -Gandhi
A contest entry
- can you write a sonnet? (for prewrites) by rexi and eso.
300 points, ended April 24, 2007, 14 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - BATTLE OF THE SONNETS---ROUND 1 by mamad.
400 points, ended June 3, 2007, 26 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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congratzies, my favorite sister, you have deserved this trophy so very much ... I am so happy to see you amongst the winners ... and to participate in this adventure on your side ...
marion -
Wonderful. Congratulations. I really love the final line.
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Beautiful thoughts and words, Belle! I like the couplet the most - a material gift cannot compare to oneself. Congratulations for a lovely sonnet and your silver prize.
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Margaret, thank you for your thoughtfulness in commenting. In my opinion, you are one of AP's master sonneteers.
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this is so pretty... a wonderful sonnet. I love it!
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Please go back and read the rules. I would hate to eliminate because you did not read them.
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Thank you again for the silver trophy. I feel so honored considering the caliber of entries. Belle
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I deleted my picture. TY
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a truly inspiring poem, dear annabelle ...
and a precious lesson of truth and wisdom offered through your elegant and gentle words ...
what a delight to read your sonnet again, it is like reading it for the very first time, with innocence, free of "knowing", inhaling its perfume with gratitude ...
marion
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Great job with the meter, poem was delightful too!
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A rose's spell
Lyrical little prayer, the one we forget, that of a rose we seek, the thought sometimes fades into mondaine,; here your sonnet sings of faith and love and of sacrifice .
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very good
Dear, poem, i do agree with the sentiments u have expressed here. Keep this up, you have the talent to scribe sense. I do love this writing of yours.
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Wonderful flow and rhyme. A sonnet is s lovely way to express the beauty of serving. A very nice job. God bless you, Mark
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of a rose and of self
I came upon this poem, of a rose,and found it unique, almost had a scent of the rose imbued; a gift of a rose and a gift of oneself, ..so well said as a gifted poet you are as this sonnet
filled with beauty.I especially liked your turn of phrase on the ninth line then the final couplet ...I wish I were so adept. -
I almost chuckled when I saw the words "Shakespearean sonnet", because that was obvious from the word go. I think this is an excellent example. I spot something like this and wonder why I think I am any good at the form. I notice you have attracted my old friend Michael (Eusebius) - he knows a good sonnet when he sees it!
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ah a soft and fragrant piece of form poetry you have here, resting within gentle waves of love
spill ink and twist me into the crazy shape of love...
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dearest annabelle,
your poem is a true blessing.
not only do I love your sonnets, but this time, I appreciated the use of simple words for revealing your message. the perfume of innocence has spread through your words, and isn't it exactly this innocence that we all have to rediscover within our hearts ? your poetic way of speaking about selfless service has really resonated with truth, and the closing lines say it all, when they teach us that the only true offering is the offering of ourselves ...
thank you so much for such a touching message.
much love,
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I love the refreshing purity of this piece. Nicely done!
best,
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Bravo!
Lovely, lovely sonnet! Bravo! -
Wonderful
Sistr Belle, Another beautiful floral boquet of poetry, sweetly scented with your most unique and astounding talent. You Rule! Write on dear friend, Dennis
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Everytime I read one of your poems I am just blown away. You have a fantastic talent and I love your writing. This is a lovely poem that really touched my heart. You have done well again.
Polly
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Purdy purdy purdy! Tis purdy a piece as I've partaken of in a long while.Nice goin lady!~~Suseann
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excellent~
This is just beautiful my sweet sister....
Removing the thorns and no bruises on the rose...
But the greatest gift is the man who gives it all
Eloquent and beautiful...Love the pic
Best of luck in the contest
Hugs
Your sis
Susan~~~
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