” In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans; in one aspect of You are found all the aspects of existence…” –Kahlil Gibran Jr.

To find that the MIA was preparing for their well-known “Art in Bloom” exhibition, I prepared myself to be dazzled by the colors and aromas of sweet, complementary arrangements of flowers. The pairing of floral creations, with works of art, provided for a stunning experience wherein a whole new sentiment was created, then imbued in…

Chorus lines of rose buds emerge fromsummer night’s slumber;Radiant beams caress chartreuse facesBedazzling in numberA Morning Dove coos-Sweet melodies soft blueAwakening encompassing life with promisesEffervescent and newLids creep open-breath reviving and slow,Beholds the day’s lifeWill the world ever know