Title: Lady of Roses
Fandom: Society for Creative Anachronism
Rating: G
Length: 270
Content notes: N/A
Author notes: Thanks go to Richard, Anastasia and Siobhan, not to mention all the bards come before.
Summary: An outpouring of song for a princess





Lady of Mistlands, lady of roses
Whiter than snow are the blossoms that shine
Sweet are the winds that her garden encloses
Hesperides breezes were never so fine.

Warwick's strong towers have sheltered our lady
In southlands that lie so serene in the sun
Gifted with gold both in heart and bright tresses
Richer in wisdom: her learning ne'er done.
Soft blow the south winds, sowing white rose-seeds
Strength a bold legacy for life so begun.

St. Katherine's fastness welcomed our lady
North to the Mistlands cool valleys and dales
Silver and steel as a sword in the morning,
Steadfast her courage; her light never fails.
Keen blow the north winds, kissing white rose-thorns
Honor stout armoring, a will that prevails.

Lady of Mistlands, lady of roses
Whiter than snow are the blossoms that shine
Sweet are the winds that her garden encloses
Hesperides breezes were never so fine.

Darkwood's green vales with love blessed our lady
East of the sea where the great oaks do stand
Ermine and emerald carpet her footsteps
Her kindness a treasure o'erflowing her hand.
Eager the east wind embraces white rose-buds
Mercy a benison such ardor demands.

Always the mistlands will cherish our lady
In the West, where the Summer-land's secrets still lie
Sapphire and sterling crown her endeavors:
Beneath that fair jewel true beauty descry.
Warm blow the west winds, caressing white rose-trees
Grace of such quality no heart could deny.

Lady of Mistlands, lady of roses
Whiter than snow are the blossoms that shine
Sweet are the winds that her garden encloses
Hesperides breezes were never so fine.