I saw a dozen fresh roses today.

I saw a dozen fresh roses,
beautifully made into a bouquet.
Twelve signs of love and promise,
just while I was on my way.
I saw a dozen fresh roses today.

They were surely meant to make someone’s day,
to share love and happiness,
but they only show sadness.
I saw a dozen fresh roses today.
I saw a dozen fresh roses thrown away.

I paused exiting the bus,
people cramming by in a fuss.
The small trash can below.
Contained these flowers and a bow.

And all I could think of,
Was the rejection and loss
Associated with that toss.
I saw a dozen fresh roses today.
I saw the sign of love thrown away.