Red Red Rose

Simple in its beauty.
Startling red against the green.
White baby’s breath surrounds it.
Red ribbon tied round the stem.

Its scent is sweet.
A delight for the senses,
On this cold and rainy night.
Petals soft against my cheek.

Given in hope.
Received with surprise.
A hint of the future.
Oh, the beauty of a red, red rose.