Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

This is nice. I'm so far behind I almost missed it. I hope I;ve not missed any of the other story you are writing; I hope to catch up eventually but in may not still be active.

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2024

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2024

I understand. Thank you for your support.

Comment from Ric Myworld

Excellent

Thanks for sharing your poem and picture combination. I don't know if red roses sing loudly, but they are beautiful and they certainly should be able to. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 19-Oct-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Oct-2024

Thanks Ric

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Thank you for sharing this contest entry with us. Roses are beautiful. Here in Texas, they bloom in early spring and autumn. It's too hot during the summer. I enjoyed reading and good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 19-Oct-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Oct-2024

Thanks Barb. Yes, I know.

Comment from Kahlani

Excellent

She's a beauty with knives (or thorns, in this case), so watch out. Charles, this is a lovely poem. Every single word used created a wonderful poem. No word was wasted.

 Comment Written 19-Oct-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Oct-2024

I address each of my roses as ladies who love showing their beauty. So easy to see brighter things God has made than the dark side. Thank you for your kind words.

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

I am glad you are seeing the beauty in your country as so many are seeing sadness in it just now. Your words are uplifting and I wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 19-Oct-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Oct-2024

Beauty appears to those who look for it. Thanks, Dolly.