Rose

A rose so beautiful
yet the sun did never shine
the leaves so dark
caturing small reflections of light

raised in the shadows
didn't rose high
rarely to be seen
it just had to be a lie!

couldn't lead a life of its own
depending on those with a heart of gold
always listening, patiently
now slowly growing old

learnt from others mistakes
gathered knowledge, no one has ever seen
grown independant over the years
now grateful for everything that has been.