There it was

in the big ceramic pot

trying to get

my attention-this

beautiful flower with

wonderful colors. I

cherished it cared for it,

and it blossomed

in my garden.

One day, the sun dried it,

and I repotted it when

the season changed.

I got new seeds, and

planted them together,

for inspiration.

 The seeds

moved into the soil, taking

up residence in this new

ceramic pot, creating

life.

One day, the pot

became a showcase of

red flowers that I could

look away from.

At one amazing flower, shy

half hidden among the riot

of others, raised its head

as if to greet me.

A small and gentle rosebud,

Its singular simplicity

touched my heart, and

opened me.

Leticia Teresa Pontoni.