The calla lilies are in bloom

Each bud unfolds into perfection

The graceful white of their pure color

Reminds me

The long stems are strong and sleek

Without error they grow

Never dying

Not to me

Never withering

Not to me

Can you guess where these calla lillies grow?

Inside of me

(* I didn’t take this picture, I wish I had. This picture is by Glenn Paulley Photography)