Iris is rising
showing herself
strong stalks
hidden bulbs
green foliage protecting
treasured gems
sharing beauty
fragile blossoms
delicate
sheer
lavender petals
announcing Spring
life of Iris
short-lived
glorious and tidy
in its season
breezes caressing
beautiful
soft petals
wilting inward
embracing life
in a grateful huddle
dying quietly
a passing unseen
