Blue Flowers
The floral haiku
twined around her head
a halo of blue flowers
flax
cornflower
chicory
hydrangea
sage,
Bluebells
columbine
delphinium
forget me nots
hang down delicately braided
in her graying hair
like satin ribbons blowing in the breeze.
16 thoughts on "Blue Flowers"
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I especially like the verb “twined,” the varieties of blue against the grey, and the last line
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Absolutely love “the floral haiku” – the twining and braiding of flowers through the poem – a delight of scents and color!
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Delightful from beginning to end!
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The extended list of flowers hang down the poem beautifully.
I am happy that stood out to you. Thank you. I was hoping it would have that effect.
The opening line is gorgeous! And the rest of the poem enhances its beauty. Love this one!
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H.A. said it perfectly. She’s gorgeous and enwreathed in color and nature. I love how the poem visually cascades with the breeze.
Thank you for your kind comment. I appreciate your insight. And “cascades” is one of my favorite words.
What Eric said especially love “delicately braided
in her graying hair/like satin ribbons blowing in the breeze.”
Thank you so much. I appreciate this.
Blue flowers symbolize rarity and uniqueness, peace and tranquility. This poem shares those qualities as does the woman “with the graying hair.” Superb
Thank you so much for this kind insight. I love your description of blue flowers.