They say I am the first green leaf

They say I am the first green leaf

Delicate infant, pure and divine

They say I am the daffodil bright

With childish joy the world I light

They say I am the jasmine pure

Fragrant delicate virgin youth

Maiden of purest virtue

They say I am the lotus pink

Shy and gentle, young and new

Bride of blushing beauty true

They say I am the red, red rose

Seductress of the balmy morn

I tease and tempt the world by night

They say I am the dark, rich fruit

I create new joy, new life, new hope

Mother of the world, I charm and cheer

They say I am the clear white lily

Serene, peaceful at last to go

With overflowing heart and liberated soul

I am woman

Ever changing; never still

Ever flowing; never steady

I am woman; illusive temptress of the world of Men