Really love this one stanza in particular, "When I view their flaccid limbs, I do not detect their dismissal of life. I see only my dismissal of those I treasure most." Wow!

the title caught my attention, and the poem was excellent. the contrast of flowers... hm...

love the ending

I'm not actually sure what you're trying to say in this. The italicized lines seem to be just for a rhyme but they really serve no purpose. Nice job, of course.