An Orchid is like a Woman
Kathi writes about fossils and other earthly subjects, plus the natural fauna of Michigan, features in her community, poetry, and more.
An Orchid is like a Woman
Like a woman
An orchid is a beautiful flower
Like her foundation
Its stem is strong yet flexible
Like her skin
The petals are silky soft to the touch
Compared to her feminine body
An orchid's form is curvaceous
Like her beauty
An orchid is designed by nature's highest vision
And reminiscent of her scent
The sweet aroma casts a spell on innocence
Like her patience
The orchid waits to bloom when ready
And similar to her endurance
Few other blossoms matches its longevity
Like a woman
An orchid has special needs to grow
Light to know which direction to face
Water to maintain suppleness
The balance of nutrients to flourish
Like a woman
An orchid can blind with good looks
Seduce the hungry
Lure entrance to trappings of sweet honey
Like a woman
An orchid thrives among nature's bounty
Is admired by countless beings
Like a woman's inner beauty of generosity
Orchids share multiple flowers on a single stem
As only a woman's face can, the orchid gleams in the moonlight
Most of all
A woman is like an orchid wanting, needing loving care
My "white moon" orchid, Phalaenopsis, is in full bloom, inside my Michigan home. Their natural beauty makes them an easy target for artistry and photography, to which I eagerly obliged. Hope you enjoyed the photo poetry inspired by my lovely orchids!
© 2011 Kathi Mirto
