The Jasmine flower

The Jasmine Flower

In a midst of spring leaves

a fragile bud awaits

for the sun's bright light

to let it open its ways

This delicate flower of white and gold

grows slowly and carefully

strong and bold

This jasmine is powerful

This jasmine is free

I smell its aroma all around me

From the first crisp spring day

to the icy cold of a winter wing

This flower stays open
from dusk to dawn

With its silky petals
it stays open all along

This gentle spray
of
cream and yellow

Makes me feel
calm
and
mellow

                                                  -Sahar Abedi