My Magical Garden...
/My Magical Garden to Sumon Love
“Love is worth the sum of itself, and nothing more.” - Alice Hoffman, Practical Magic
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Rose petals and hips – the Aphrodite’s
pervasive and uplifting symbol of love.
I added lavender blossoms to relax,
enhance purify and chant for protection.
I grew up lavender clouds from seeds
and planted all in my front yard to attract
butterflies and bees that dance in my citrus trees.
Planted my Christmas rosemary trees for devotion
and long-lasting feelings in the love ocean.
Rosemary attracts elves and glowing ferries.
I steeped lemon balm in strong red wine; dropped
few cloves and steer all with a cinnamon stick.
Sweet basil and mint are for long
and passionate full-moon nights. On the end,
crushed red papers ignite the fire in the heart
and spice every move. I know, I know…
Every spice I grow in my magical garden
summons LOVE. Oh, did I forget to mention
the creation of red candle flaming inside
in a half apple, harvested in my backyard?!
By Petrouchka Alexieva
From: United States