Fortnight Lily
by Mumma Sue
Six white petals,
Folded sides,
Vessel-like,
Curled at the tip.
Painted golden splashes,
Almost dotted,
On every second one,
Like a bath’s non-slip mat.
On the other three,
Fine short strokes,
Of rusty brown,
Close to the centre.
Shades of purple,
Soft in colour,
In another triad,
Rise above white petals.
Your symmetry is striking,
Amazing little flower,
Balancing on tall thin stem,
Pretty Fortnight Lily.
Photo by Mumma Sue
Mumma Sue writes poetry, musings, and is working on a book about her journey to calming Fibromyalgia using nutrition and natural therapies. She enjoys collecting books by Australian authors, writing at her favourite café, time with her two dogs, and in her garden. Mumma Sue lives on Wiradjuri country, in New South Wales, savouring the peacefulness of country life.
Read more of her poems and musings HERE
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