A Rose . . . A Stallion

For Tynes and Ka Abe

A rose is a beauty so dainty,

while a stallion is a power so sturdy.

As it is caressed by the wind, a rose sways;

a stallion gallops with the swift wind it hears.

A rose gives joy and comfort;

a stallion to man’s labor has worth.

A rose and a stallion . . . by just living their essence,

by just being what they are . . . are free . . .

free to make the earth happy.

Penned by Philip Briana on the occasion of the launching of the book of Dr. Kristine M. Doria and Dr. Abercio V. Rotor on February 18, 2012 at NCBA – Fairview