Tree oh tree, how do you form?
You spread your roots to withstand the storm.
You press upward toward the sky,
And you continue to grow, until the time to die.
You have a time to live, given by the Creator,
No matter your design, you will not waiver.
We watch as you extend, spreading your limbs,
Awaiting the children, to climb on a whim.
You feel the breeze, the sun and the rain,
You stand there still, quiet and yet without disdain.
Times come when the storms become too great,
Causing your roots to strain and the limbs to break.
Such as the storm Florence we know,
Causing you to yield to water, and winds that blow.
Life in the sway with those whom you received their trust,
They counted on you to hold firm, even when all comes at you with a thrust.
As the threat overbears, you fall and become a threat,
To those loving your beauty and climbed where you’re at.
But those of you that withstand, and endure the pain,
You’ll become stronger, knowing you withstood the strain.
We’ll continue enjoying your beauty, as we should,
We know you’ll continue to grow, if only you could.
Blessings!
Ron
These tress are beautiful !
Thank you so much. I was walking around them and just happened to notice their shapes and then how the sun illuminated them. 🙂
Yes their shape is amazing !
Love trees the represent life .
I have a little allergy to some but all-in-all I love to embrace their beauty and form. I agree that they represent life – reminds me of the Tree of Life.
Yes!!!!
Such an incredible poem; I related to this. I often write about the storms of life and how God gets us through this. Thank you so much 🙂
Thank you so much. Apparently we think alike. 🙂 We can learn from all aspects of God’s creation.
Wow amazing poem! The wonder of trees, indeed! Great pictures too
Thank you very much. Very kind of you. 🙂
Beautiful words and images, Ron. One of the reasons I love the fall season is because we get to see the structure of the trees being revealed.
Good point Dan. The peeling away of the outer structure reveals the inner beauty. Maybe that can be a post one day. 🙂
This is an awesome post.So beautifully written. Thanks so much
That’s very kind of you. Thank you so much too.
You are welcome
That’s a nice poetry.. nature has its various shades and it’s good to appreciate different forms of nature..
What a beautiful words.I feel trees can be very special ” creature “ too🌳
Nature at its best and they are awesome. Lovely post. Thanks for the share.
Lovely nature poetry, I enjoyed the rhyming scheme. The way you expressed your gratitude to tree on behalf of humanity and brought out what it goes through in wake of storms and then becomes a playground for children. It’s a commendable work Ron!
Thank you so much Tanya for your kind words and taking the time to provide your insight. I like reflecting on the natural environment sometimes as they can tell us so much if we take time to observe, listen and think. Everything has a purpose. Blessings to you and a great week ahead. 🙂
My pleasure, it’s penned beautifully with rhyming scheme, aabbccaa. It will come out perfect if recited with proper intonation 🙂
Muito lindas!🌿
Muito obrigado! 🙂
These trees are spectacular, Ron… and I love that you caught the light so beautifully on camera. Your poetry is like the icing on the cake. Beautiful post! 🙂
Awww, thank you so much Lynn. I was walking through the parking lot and looked up at the trees, noticing the growth in various directions. I then looked at some others and noticed that afternoon sun casting the glow. It just triggered emotion as I recognized how each tree was growing differently as God allowed their freedom. Thank you! 🙂
Wow, those are some creative trees! 😊
I know, right? I saw the branches just growing however they willed and thought that was interesting. I guess we need to slow down and become more aware of the life and beauty around us. Thanks. 🙂
Very true: because there is so much life and beauty around us to appreciate.