'clutching To Life'

solitary tree with outstretched fingers
desiccated surroundings 
not giving up on life 


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K. Avatar
March 26, 2012 at 12:47 AM
HI Missy! I really like the tenacity of that tree here! Yes, sometimes we definitely have to clutch to life, no matter what-- very beautiful thought! And heehee, so you noticed that we were talking about you? Lol-- missed you here, that's why. Btw, "CTH" can also stand for Cape Town HOTTIE :D! tsss~ Mwahugs! Hope you'll have a great week!
Fraser Avatar
March 11, 2012 at 11:59 AM
It's so remarkable watching natures gems battle her own elements. They really do put us humans to shame. I so desire this piece to do well in the contest :) xx
Devonshire Avatar
March 10, 2012 at 1:20 PM
Dear Wilma, I mean this most sincerely. This is the best of the many fine entries I have read for the tree contest. You really have a way of conveying emotion through your imagery. Love from your fan, Carolyn
Horsman Avatar
March 8, 2012 at 10:03 AM
awesome Wilma, seen plenty of trees like that, and folk too. love this. harry
Falotico Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 4:54 PM
Very good write Wilma darling. Strong power in this aptly title. Such dept to your work. Luv n hugs Michael
Dietrich Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 3:29 PM
cool title for this tree that refuses to give up on life. VERY nice, wilma. I just love to see the entries in a contest like this one.
Flach Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 2:09 PM
Sometimes, I think I am that tree. Nice write Wilma. Don't give up, don't ever give up. Joe
Andresen Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 12:38 PM
Not giving up !!! Well done Kimo Wilma, like it alot. - oxox love Anne-Lise
Poet Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 12:21 PM
Very good Kimo.Love how you finished it.Best wishes Wilma.
Devonshire Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 12:07 PM
Quite an image, Wilma, but the message is even more outstanding. No matter how bad things get, we should cherish every moment of life. Love, carolyn
Williams Avatar
March 7, 2012 at 12:01 PM
Wilma, if this is for the contest it should do well, I like the image you portray..David
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