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The tree I got to remember from childhood home, Awaiting, patiently for the sweet aroma, of the gardenia in bloom to lift the spirit. Oh, how it started off thriving in excitement. Growing to reach the skies , But it's like it had no direction. All the limbs overgrew each other. Sadly, in my knowledge of trees. To prune and keep it growing. All leaves had given up and turned brown. Death, had taking its appearance. Until, one day my mom came to visit, My brother had been telling her about trees, She, said do you have any pruning pliers. Why, yes I do they should be like new. So, my mom goes to work on this tree. Cutting away, I am like do your thing, But this tree is dead if wasn't now, Its definitely not gonna live through this. Stripped to bare minimal it seems standing naked. What would you know this tree had received, A new start in its fight to live and produce. And my job is to seek the knowledge, Of transformsing this tree of beauty , That brings a sweet aroma unto the nostrils.

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Date: 2/5/2024 3:52:00 AM
What a metaphorical and deep write that makes readers perceive it on so many soul levels , and ponder from a deeper level. Sometimes, we change how we see things and with faith and different approach we get to witness changes that are blooming. And your ending made me think of that. I love the descriptive storytelling too here. Brilliant and creative. Pleasure always reading your work. Sending you light
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Date: 2/3/2024 10:37:00 PM
I like your poem, Stephan. As a metaphor for mankind, it reminds me of the scripture (paraphrased) The old has passed away and all things have become new, referring to the salvation experience. When our sins are washed away, all things become new to us. We have a different perspective as we experience our "new life" in Christ. The Holy Spirit is God's pruner. It helps us to see what needs to change in our life to please God. Great message, thanks for sharing it with us, my friend. Bill
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Stephan McBride
Date: 2/4/2024 9:07:00 AM
Amen, my brother , : ). It's nothing we can do but get out of the way, this is all in God's word , if one comes to seek God, one will see ,if we could please God in own works Jesus death and all gospel is vain, but by the promised spirit sent at Pentacost we have been given access to be reborn of the Spirit to purify and mold one into a Child of the Living God: ) Love your comments my friend: )
Date: 2/3/2024 5:24:00 PM
I enjoyed the overarching metaphor within your poem, Stephen. We have to be 'Stripped to bare minimal it ." I agree. Transformation requires that stripping down. Well said, Sara
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Stephan McBride
Date: 2/3/2024 6:35:00 PM
True story recently about the tree, but my mind is always a spinning: ). May God bless, comfort, guide and fill you with His peace,love, spirit and joy in abundance: )
Date: 2/3/2024 4:28:00 PM
The tree that had to be cut down was my own works, not using the pruning pliers are Bible, God had to cut me down , rebirth unto a new living being raised from death to life, as the pliers are Bible (holy spirit now guiding) are being used to gain knowledge to stay pruned , just a small branch on the living tree is my hope : )
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Date: 2/3/2024 10:26:00 AM
I love how your poem beautifully portrays the life cycle of a tree, echoing the cycles of growth, struggle, and renewal that often parallel our own journeys. The vivid imagery of the gardenia in bloom and the tree reaching for the skies evokes a sense of nostalgia and hope. The metaphorical pruning of the tree, guided by the speaker's mother, symbolizes the transformative power of care and attention, reminding us of the resilience of life even in the face of adversity. Brilliant
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Stephan McBride
Date: 2/3/2024 10:44:00 AM
All glory to God, my friend, in my own works leads to death, but with guidance of the Holy Spirit May God bring one to life that brings a pleasing aroma to God's nostrils, love your comments and encouragement always, very gifted poet you are, thanks for sharing your wonderful gift with us all

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