standing on the balcony
looking down at the garden
blossoms fading-wilting
crying for attention
weary from neglect
once so alive - thriving
full of life - passionate
brilliant colors flourishing
blowing in the wind
a garden of happiness
laughter was heard
the gardener touched his
flowers
with tender loving care
looking from the balcony
the gardener is no longer
there.
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