Whenever you feel melancholic and low, <br />Just cut some beautiful dainty flowers, <br />And add tall stems of lemon green foliage. <br />Mindfully put them in a clear crystal vase. <br />With patience see how to bring out the best, <br />From these gifts of God, in such a way, <br />That whosoever walks in feels blessed <br />To see them on the table on display. <br />Before you know clouds of sorrow depart, <br />And you wonder why you felt so sad. <br />All it takes is flowers to feel light hearted, <br />And you feel joyous and your heart expands. <br />Doing up flowers is like meditation, <br />It takes you out of your ruminations.<br /><br />Mamta Agarwal<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/sonnet-45/
