A Rose Unfolding

Soft, fragile fingers given to freezing’s fright

found strength to form a shroud

around tender virgin light.

Scarlet orb of clasped hands

remained still and patient

forming warming loving bands,

until the time was right. Then fingers did unfold;

then petals bold pulled back and arched their backs

then thrusting bosoms told

of victory to the sky with a silent cry of blissful pain.