“The Flower Never Blossomed” is a poignant exploration of unfulfilled potential and the devastating impact of adversity. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion, the poem delves into the cyclical struggle of a flower yearning for growth in a world devoid of warmth and care. It serves as a poignant metaphor for the human spirit’s resilience and the enduring hope that persists even in the face of overwhelming challenges.
The Flower Never Blossomed
The flower never blossomed
In a dark world full of pain
Because the sun refused to shine
And tears replaced the rain
So it slowly wilted and withered
And was carried away with the wind
Only to land upon a barren earth
To try to grow againAnd it tried a little harder
As it sprouted through the dirt
But the roots could not take hold
From memories full of hurt
It had nobody to nurture it
In a soil spoiled with sin
And so it slowly died once more
Until Spring came back againBut the hope of a warm spring
Was ruined by a blanket of snow
It had so much love to share
but had nowhere to grow
It lived in a world that did not care
how alone it felt inside
So the flower never blossomed
Because the love it once had… had diedDavid Ritter
Memories for Keeps includes captivating poems like “Gone Fishing,” “One Day to Live,” “The Fork in the Road,” and “Lost at Sea.” Dive into the pages and let your heart wander! Available for download or print on Amazon.
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MEMORIES FOR KEEPS
A collection of poetry that reveals one man’s feelings about the world around him. With spirituality the centerpiece of most of his writings, the author touches the hearts and minds of readers with hope, peace, love, humility, wisdom, and wit. While tackling topics ranging from grief to fatherhood, from addictions to friendships, this writer captures the essence of a born-again, alcoholic dad who is grateful to have finally found serenity in life. Today, through this collection of both old and new works, he shares that serenity with you!
BOTTLED MEMORIES
These stand-alone poems were written over many years. While individually they describe the conflicts associated with alcoholism, when read together they reveal a more complete picture of the destruction, depression, and chaos of addiction, as well as the peace, hope, and joy of recovery. Although most of these poems pertain to my life, it is my hope that other people will relate to them also. It’s not only my story but the story of so many others.