My Son The Tree

I am so proud to have my son growing up right next to me Standing so tall and majestic for all the world to see Raising him in a world with global warming is a lot more difficult today Strong winds have caused him to lose a branch or two His bravery and his survival instincts continue to shine through I am so proud of him as he has allowed an eagle to use him to make his nest I told him to establish strong roots and Mother Nature will look after the rest Christmas is always an interesting time of the year Some of us will be chosen by humans who want to decorate us to spread good cheer To the squirrels who scurry up our trunks almost every day Or that pesky little woodpecker that seems to wake us up every morning without delay We are honored to have you join us as our guests Feel free to throw down a blanket and have a picnic beside us All we ask of you is that you please pick up your mess