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A Tree Named Lou

I have a tree named Lou, a great, spreading beech the shape of a gigantic pear with the stem upside-down. I named it Lou so it could be Louise or Louis. I don't know which. But when I walk in summer, I smile when I reach its gentle shade and listen to the shooosh of a thousand silvery leaves like huge, soft thumbs rubbing together. And in winter, I urge Lou to hang in there, brave the icy winds through its skeletal fingers and stand tall, resolute and silent. We know, Lou and I, that spring will come again.

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Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 4/25/2023 7:02:00 AM

Another lovely piece from your gifted pen Katharine, with nice imagery and insightful line of thought too. Blessings,Gordon

David Smith

Date: 3/4/2023 6:27:00 PM

This poems says a lot about the writer and the importance of trees in general. Lucky is the person who has memories of of a childhood shared with a particular tree or pleasant walks in a forest of them. The trees in my neighborhood are under attack except on our humble section which we have occupied for over three decades. I do like fact that fruit trees are appearing more in public places. Keep these great poems coming. David in NZ

Silent One

Date: 6/7/2020 6:29:00 AM

Great poem, very well expressed..

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 6/6/2020 11:11:00 PM

Hello Caroline … really enjoyed your thought of giving a beloved tree a personal name. This is unique and I feel original - well done - Lindsay

Katharine L. Sparrow
Date: 6/6/2020 11:26:00 PM

Thank-you, L.L.! glad you enjoyed it.

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 6/6/2020 8:07:00 PM

I love this. I was just admiring a couple of beech trees today. Fondled the leaves of one and stroked the trunk of another. Tucking this little gem in my faves, thank you Caroline! ~Maureen

Katharine L. Sparrow
Date: 6/6/2020 11:22:00 PM

Thank-you, so glad to find another beech tree admirer! I touch Lou's bark and branches too! They are gorgeous creations, for sure.