Salutations of a Bridal Bouquet

Salutations of a Bridal Bouquet

© Chris Barry

Dressed in lacey ivory satin
She embellishes a Chapel aisle
Her bouquet reveals her angelic tranquility
As it symbolises her salutations of Life

White roses express her blossoming from girlhood
While daffodils reveal, with you by my side I shall cope
A single azalea dignifies her qualities of womanhood
As snowdrops relate her renewal message of hope

While woodland bluebells hail her humility
Ten red carnations declare, my heart betroths thee
Just as a dozen daisies reflect her innocence and purity
Tender primroses enounce, without thee I can't survive

Twelve red rosebuds personify her mindfulness of loving
While a fragile honeysuckle graces her humanity
Ten forget-me-nots kindle unconditional cherishing
As embracing ferns communicate her sincerity

Their presence illuminates the moment
As the Groom unveils his Bride
Behold, their future reposes before them
The words “I do,” embody the moment as two souls unit

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Guidelines for Living a Productive Life

Guidelines for Living a Productive Life

© Chris Barry

Everyone should fall in love at least once in their lifetime for it’s the nearest thing to the mystic magic of the wonders of Life.
When you lose…don’t lose life’s lesson.
Not getting what you want is sometimes a blessing. Often you have to lose to win!
Remember the three basic R’s of living…Respect yourself. Respect others. Responsibility for your actions.
Never lose a great friendship because of an argument.
Discover the contentment in aloneness.
Accept that change happens but never give up your morals and values.
Discover the peace and tranquillity there is to be found in mindfulness.
Live a happy and productive life so in your golden years you can reminisce and relive the memories.

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