Three Roses

New Year’s morn, wishes start trickling in
as the sun makes an appearance
after a night of heavy rain
Out on a walk, three roses strike me
as more than a photo to share

Who remembers to wish me
if I don’t take the initiative?

There’s always a loved one who thinks of me first
and what a blessing it is to get that wish
and one close friend who never forgets
no matter where in the world she is…

Then there’s what I call the wildcard
that fabulous greeting out of the blue
maybe they sent it to everyone they knew
but hey, they didn’t exclude you!

Do you see three roses in 2023?
remember to thank and celebrate them too