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THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS.

Whispers of Nature's Timeless Poem

By Johnpaul Okwudili Published 2 years ago 3 min read
THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS.
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In the garden where morning's first light kisses petals
Soft whispers float on the breeze
Silent confessions in hues of red, yellow, and blue
A symphony of colors that only the heart can hear

Roses speak of love, their velvet lips trembling with secrets
Every thorn a promise, every petal a whisper
Of passion deep and unending
Yet roses, too, know of sorrow
Their blossoms fading with time, like memories
Wilted and crumpled, but not forgotten

In the corner, the lilies stand tall
Elegant, pristine, their fragrance a quiet hymn
To purity, to rebirth
Their white petals glowing with an inner light
They speak in gentle tones of peace and grace
Of renewal, of beginnings fresh and untarnished

Daisies, with their sunny faces, giggle in the sun
Childlike, innocent, they murmur of joy
Their simple beauty a reminder
That happiness is found in the smallest of things
They nod in agreement with the wind
Sharing secrets of summer days and laughter

Ivy creeps along the garden's edge
Its tenacious grip a testament to endurance
To resilience against time and tide
It speaks of friendships that cling
Through thick and thin, through storm and calm
Its leaves rustle tales of steadfast loyalty
And bonds unbroken

Lavender, with its purple haze,
Breathes a soft lullaby into the air
Its scent a balm to weary souls
It whispers of calm, of peace
Of dreams spun in twilight hues
Where worries dissolve like morning mist
In the rising sun's embrace

Tulips, bold and bright, sway in the breeze
Their colors a vibrant chorus
Of declarations and desires
They speak of boldness, of stepping into the light
Of embracing life with arms wide open
Their petals curve like the lips of a smile
Welcoming all who pass by

The sunflowers, tall and proud
Turn their faces to the sun
They speak of adoration, of loyalty that never wavers
Their golden crowns nodding in unison
As if to say, “Look up, seek the light”
They remind us to stand tall, to shine
To follow the path of brightness

In the shady nook, violets hide
Modest, shy, their voices barely a whisper
They speak of humility, of quiet strength
Their petals a delicate murmur
Of kindness, of gentle hearts
Their presence a soft reminder
That beauty often hides in the smallest of places

The wildflowers, a riot of colors
Sing of freedom, of wild abandon
Their untamed beauty a shout of defiance
Against the orderly rows of the garden
They speak of adventure, of roads less traveled
Their petals a map of journeys untaken

Orchids, exotic and rare,
Hold their secrets close
Their intricate blooms a language of their own
They speak of mystery, of desires hidden
Of passions that burn in the shadows
Their allure a whisper of the unknown
A promise of secrets to be unveiled

The garden hums with life
Every flower, every leaf, a voice
In the grand tapestry of nature
Their language a blend of scent and color
Of form and texture, each one
A word in the grand poem of the earth

Beneath the soil, roots intertwine
Their silent conversations unseen
Yet felt in the vibrancy above
They speak of connection, of support
Of the unseen bonds that hold us all
Together, they tell the story
Of life, of growth, of the endless cycle

The rain falls, a gentle patter
A lover’s caress on the petals
The flowers drink deep, their whispers
Growing louder, their colors more vivid
They speak of gratitude, of renewal
Their faces turned upward in silent thanks
Their petals opening wider, hearts bared
To the nourishing touch of the sky

The moon rises, casting a silver glow
The garden transforms, a place of shadows and light
The flowers’ voices soften, a nocturne
Of whispers in the night
They speak of dreams, of the quiet moments
Of the heart’s deepest longings
Their petals glistening with the night’s dew
Like tears of joy, of sorrow, of hope

In the stillness, the garden breathes
A living testament to the beauty
Of the unspoken word
Of the secret language of flowers
A symphony of silent voices
That speak to the soul
Of love, of life, of the timeless dance
Of nature’s eternal poetry

Morning comes, a new dawn breaking
The flowers awaken, their whispers
Ready to greet the day
They speak of beginnings, of the promise
Of another day to bloom, to whisper
Their secrets to the world
Their language a song that never ends

For in the garden, where flowers speak
In colors and scents, in forms and textures
There lies a truth, a beauty
That words alone cannot capture
A language ancient and eternal
The secret language of flowers
A silent, eloquent testament
To the wonders of the earth

So walk among them, listen close
To the whispers in the wind
To the stories told in petals and leaves
For in the secret language of flowers
There is a world of wonder
A poem without end, a song without words
A testament to the beauty
Of the world we share

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Johnpaul Okwudili

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