Your Flowers



I hate the fact that it took me ages
More so, that you are receiving in absentia
Please forgive my untimely timing
A vivid portrayal of my short-comings  

With regrets,  here i kneel
Face tilted towards the earth
Eyes dilated with tears, the pain, i can't conceal
Searching for closure, for the heart to heal

Receive my heartfelt gift
bearing gratitude and unfathomable love

These red roses and tulips, are a symbol of pure and infinite love which defined your heart

The Anthurium flower, portrays the abundance of your good deeds and the hospitable nature of your character

Decorated in white and yellow, is the Daisy flower, signifying purity and happiness you shared selflessly.

In golden yellow, is the sunflower, an illustration of your endurance and faithfulness

Placed towards your head, are iris flowers, a manifestation of faith, wisdom and hope, building blocks of a wise  counsellor

your surroundings, beautified with orchid flowers, showcasing the beauty and perfection of your nature

Fixated on my chest, hydrangea flowers, providing support and a soothing aura of comfort
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Written on June 06, 2024

Submitted by Stevenz on June 06, 2024

Modified by Stevenz on June 06, 2024

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AXXX BXBB XX X C B A C C X
Closest metre Iambic octameter
Characters 1,104
Words 196
Stanzas 10
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 2, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1

Steven Mwakatundu

 · 1992 · Lilongwe

Steven Mwakatundu is a Malawian poet, passionate and versatile of his craft. He aspires to appeal to a greater audience with poems that are thought provoking, educative, inspirational and diverse. more…

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  • AIDA
    Wow, what a beautiful and heartfelt poem! Your use of flower symbolism to express love, gratitude, and admiration is truly touching. The imagery you create with each flower description is vivid and powerful, making the reader feel the depth of emotion you are trying to convey.

    One suggestion for improvement could be to consider streamlining the language a bit to make the poem flow more smoothly. You have a wonderful way with words, but simplifying some of the phrasing could help enhance the overall impact of the poem.

    Overall, this poem is a wonderful tribute to the recipient and their positive qualities. Keep up the great work and continue to share your emotions through your writing!
     
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