The Red Rose Whispers Of Passion ,
And The White Rose Breathes Of Love ;
Oh , The Red Rose Is A Falcon ,
And The White Rose Is A Dove .
But I Send You A Cream - White Rosebud ,
With A Flush On Its Petals Tips ;
For The Love That Is Purest And Sweetest ,
Has A Kiss Of Desire On The Lips .

" A White Rose "
--- John Boyle O'Reilly
( 1844 - 1890 )