Desert Rose

Although I'm residing in this hot climate country, my life is not as hot or as bored as the climate. Instead, it is full of events which I cherished and enjoyed. One of the beautiful moments was, when I attended the AWG event at City Hotel. While we were chatting with new found friends and having our refreshments, my name was announced and from the AWG President I received a pot of 'Desert Rose' as one of the lucky winners. TQ AWG!

I took the lovely plant to my residence and it was carefully tendered by our gardener Mr J. Alhamdulilah it grows well and gives it's first bloom after one year, and I named it Miss El. Every time I look and touch Miss EL, my desert rose in my garden -  it reminds me of someone who is far away yet so closed to my heart  ...

My Desert Rose ...

You also blossom in hot summer times

When other flowers are weakling and dying

The pinky rose in you catches my eyes

You're very strong and never stopped trying

Unlike normal rosé, you've little fragrance

Yet, you're very bold and could stand alone

Also, you're full of zest and self confidence

Oh! Desert Rose, you remind me of my own ...

On the surface, I see strength and power

Yet, deep inside, you're soft and fragile

But, you never show you're tired or weak

You are my pride, attractive and full of style!

Keep it up, my Desert Rose!