Poppy

You stand
solid
surrounded
by bindweed
and goathead thorn.

Lesser
blooms
never
survive
sun-scorched
soil, yet
there you
thrive.

Arid winds dry
yet you still bloom.

Poetry Challenge:
Plant a Metaphor

Some blooms are more than flowers—they’re metaphors waiting to be written. Now it’s your turn.

Write your own metaphorical poem in 5 simple steps:

1. Choose something natural.
   A weed, a stone, a storm cloud, a wildflower; anything with texture and character.
2. Think beyond the obvious.
   Ask: What could this represent? Is your vine a lie that grows? Is your moss a quiet memory?
3. Stick to a mood.
   Courage, regret, longing, defiance… let the feeling shape your imagery and tone.
4. Use simple, strong language.
   Don’t dress it up too much. Let the metaphor carry the weight.
5. End with impact.
   Leave your reader with a moment, a twist, or a truth they’ll carry with them.

Post your poem or a link to it in the comments.