Before the Roses are Gone

Soon, the roses will be gone, and fall foliage will take their place. But before they disappear, I want to inhale deeply and commit their fragrance to memory—to remember how their petals tickled my nose and how they became the backdrop to beautiful, sun-filled summer days.

These roses symbolize a summer that felt full and beautiful. And yet, they’re not meant to last forever. For everything there is a season, and while I'm ready to welcome the next one, I'm soaking up this one before the roses are gone.