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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Peony-June


Peak peony-blooming time and longevity
 depends a lot on the temperatures of June.
This year's moderate to slightly cooler temps 
will hopefully vibrantly extend the much anticipated lifespan 
of our beloved peony!

Here is an attempt to share
a bit of pink petal-pleasure with you.
Enjoy!





Many a face has been buried deep in your perfumed bloom
Many a burdened carried then lost in your ruffled loom
Many a heart has been lifted, and many a witness awed
And many a bouquet gifted straight from the hand of God

Many a poem has thundered, many a poet been born
Many a marvel wondered while praising thy lovely form
Many a prayer has been murmured, and many a care set free
In thee, plush harbinger of summer, in thee, pretty peony

Many a gladness kindled, and many a sadness cheered
Many an atheist humbled by many a Beauty endeared
Where many a bud has broken and many a posy has strewn
Many a petal-pink token of many a peony-June

© Janet Martin











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