Sunflower

Sunflower springing forth
from the ground
Lift your face when the sun's around.
Rise up tall
and stand up proud.
Do not cower
because a cloud
has covered up the sun.
Lift your petals
as if to say
'I praise the sun
that's come my way.'

poem by Edwina Reizer
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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