If I'm frozen (from my heart being broken) my petals stay in tact
If warmth melts me (from a warm embrace) my petals glisten
If you blow hard (blows of manipluation) and force me to fall apart, I will rebell and hold my petals tightly
If you simply cut off my petals (with blades of rejection) I will grow new ones that are stronger and more beautiful
If I'm trampled upon (from the abuse of others and life) my stem may wither but in time I'll strengthen each crooked curve
If you turn away from me (in the midst of jealousy and hate) I'll allow the scent of my petals to entice you into paying me the attention I deserve
You may try to destroy me, weaken me, or ignore me, but Like I said
"A rose like any other... except my petals never fall"
So instead of trying to break me;
why don't you shower me with water of love and kindness
Feed me with seeds of apreciation and acknowledgement
and help me grow
because I am...
"A rose like any other... except my petals never fall"

- Lola Adebayo © 2006