Faded floral petals
Neatly placed
Between the pages
Of my family Bible…
Gingerly I pick one up,
Hold it to my nose and inhale…
Beautiful scent gone…
As is the vibrant color of its bloom...
Witness to my tears
Of joy and sorrow...
Weddings, funerals,
Birth of a brand new child…
Lovely flowers
Meant to comfort or celebrate
Life’s momentous occasions…
Keepsakes of my heart!
If they could speak,
Oh how divine!
To recall their
Bittersweet memories
Amongst God’s words.
© Leatherman 2013
