perfect Blish

Perfect Blush

I'm a plumber, rough are my hands
but there are times when I feel like
a rose atop a thorny bush
for all to see my magnificence
I will let a harvest mouse
make a bed among my soft petals
safe from cats, sleep in the sunlight
wake up and fall asleep again
Those who try to pick me will bleed
I'm not for a suitor to choose
But, I will when the time is right
lie upon your pillow