Gorgeous

you were gorgeous yesterday
golden skin
pink blush
soft, silky between my fingers
you were gorgeous
I buried my nose in you
inhaled your sweet perfume
smiled at the way you filled the passenger seat
beamed while walking down main street, you in my arms
you were gorgeous

I messed up.
I didn’t treat you right.
I should have put your long stems to soak.
I should have treated you with care.
But I left you on my bed,
Forgot about you while running errands,
And when I returned saw my beautiful rose was wilted.
I’ve put you in a vase now,
I hope it’s not too late,
for you to be gorgeous again.