Petals
I gazed deeply
into the heart
of one so beautiful
breathed in its fragrance
held it so gently
and wept as the petals
scattered in the wind
I gazed deeply
into the heart
of one so beautiful
breathed in its fragrance
held it so gently
and wept as the petals
scattered in the wind
Butterflies were released from the dark places. Her heart, relieved and stronger, flung itself wider. (and she rejoiced)
The dappled sunlight dancing on the floor.
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