I came to you like a rose still in bud
Each petal tightly closed in fear and shame
Sometimes unable to open in the warmth
Of your warm sunlight and gentle rain.
I longed to bloom and share each tender petal
But often wilted under the heat and light
Of your bright smile and gentle urging
And ran from promises whispered in the night.
When I was unsure and closed up tightly
You blossomed freely for me to see
Another layer of who you are
And shared your strength freely with me.
One by one each petal opened
As I was sheltered by your love and care
And each morning kissed away the dews of passion
Left shimmering from the nights we'd shared.
Now our world is filled with our sweet fragrance
As we bloom anew with love each day
And eagerly unfurl new petals
To show with these roses what words cannot say.
I love you and offer you all the roses of my life
and willingly accept a thorn or two with each one.