Oh the stories I could tell
If you had the time to dwell
Underneath my branches as they sway
And create shade on a warm day.
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The loves that sat in the very spot
You choose today to stand and plot,
You could be listening to my stories
That warn of worries unnecessary.
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I’ve seen it all
From love, lust, and great falls.
My bark impressed with countless tales
Of hearts and names and even wedding vows.
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The hearts that broke
When someone spoke
Unkind thoughts
That were not provoked.
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The laughter, joy, and fun
While children did run
And play childhood games
While shouting each other’s names.
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The smiles and tears
The hugs and the shrugs
The pain and the gain
The love from above.
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I’ve given to all
What they needed in time
But I’ve taken
All that was mine.
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The things that I’ve witnessed
Gave me sight to be seen
For without all the experiences underneath me
I would not be green.
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I’ve been nourished
Through them all
For even a tree
Has hopes and desires
To enjoy what’s free.
copyright Robyn Graham
The Tree
Robyn Graham Photography 