Fly swift, my light gazelle,
To her who now lies waking,
To hear thy silver bell
The midnight silence breaking.
And, when thou com’st, with gladsome feet,
Beneath her lattice springing,
Ah, well she’ll know how sweet
The words of love thou’rt bringing.
Yet, no–not words, for they
But half can tell love’s feeling;
Sweet flowers alone can say
What passion fears revealing.
A once bright rose’s withered leaf,
A towering lily broken,–
Oh these may paint a grief
No words could e’er have spoken.
Not such, my gay gazelle,
The wreath thou speedest over
Yon moonlight dale, to tell
My lady how I love her.
And, what to her will sweeter be
Than gems the richest, rarest,–
From Truth’s immortal tree
One fadeless leaf thou bearest.
-Thomas Moore
Shoutout to gemsandstems one of the best florists around the Okanagan. Bailley is a dream to work with!
Gems and Stems is a floral studio located in Oliver British Columbia. Studying floral design for the past 9 years, we can create all types of arrangements. We specialize in natural whimsical styles that showcase the beauty of each bloom. Gems and Stems sources local and eco-conscious products by utilizing Okanagan gardens, upcycling vessels, vases and textiles for our unique creations.
