I spied you as I entered the grocer By the time I reached the checkout, I knew I had to have you Petals vibrant yellow Upon inspection revealing crimson deep within that’s how I knew cursing my impetuosity why, how need why and how I brought you home not one peep not one flower spread no color deep depressed, languishing After the dreary days Just my luck to bump into wisdom that knew your ways your needs knew you’ve outgrown your pot And at the center they knew hibiscuses like it comfy and warm Every season something new just an inch or two to continue unfurling roots and something to lean on when things need straightening The next day, amid the trees I see you sporting that same flower the one that brought me to you fully extended