Death of a Tree

A tree stood silent
As if it was listening
To mother nature
Who whispered what fools we are
When two men with saws approached
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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O.J. Hunt Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 2:11 PM
Brilliant....
Blanca Avatar
March 20, 2018 at 3:01 PM
Thanks Keith.
Dietrich Avatar
March 5, 2018 at 5:38 PM
oh my, that was a sad scene from nature that you depicted. Well done.
Blanca Avatar
March 5, 2018 at 8:20 PM
Appreciate your comment Andrea, thanks.
Roper Avatar
March 5, 2018 at 4:41 PM
How exquisite ... Carlos.. a favorite
Blanca Avatar
March 5, 2018 at 4:47 PM
You're so kind Eve. Thanks.
Rodrigues Avatar
February 27, 2018 at 10:07 AM
Wow, Carlos! So much could be read into this! Fantastic!
Blanca Avatar
February 27, 2018 at 1:29 PM
You have the heart that can read and feel what individuals are portraying in their writes.
Anish Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 8:36 PM
There is a great record by Enya - The Memory of Trees. This poem captures that spirit
Blanca Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 8:48 PM
Thanks Matthew. I will look for "The Memory of Trees."
Wanter Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 6:33 PM
Sad is right. Very poignant and touching with few lines.
Blanca Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 8:49 PM
Thank you for your kind words.
Sami Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 6:25 PM
Fools indeed! A powerful message conveyed so simply! I really like this poem Carlos.
Blanca Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 8:55 PM
Mubarika, your words make me smile.
Beachboard Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 6:20 PM
A powerful image!
Blanca Avatar
February 26, 2018 at 8:55 PM
Thanks Deborah.
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