Greg Gaul Poet Free verse

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Free Verse: Tribute to scientists and writers David George Haskell (The Songs of Trees) and Robin Wall Kimmerer (Braiding Sweetgrass). Others include Peter Wohlleben and Suzanne Simard.

Hear the Tree

All my life I never thought
trees were truly alive
like me.

They have no brain.
They cannot walk or talk.
But I find out now
from indigenous teachings
they do have wisdom.

Now then, what wisdom
do have I?

I've heard they have songs,
ancients thought they made
prophecies.

Some scientists now see
the trees for the forest.

Are they conscious? You tell me.
Or, better yet. Ask a tree.

Listen for the song.

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Connie Marcum Wong December 16, 2018 at 10:05 PM I have always felt a close connection to trees, I guess you could call me a tree hugger. I relate so well to the meaning of your poem Greg. It is insightful and beautifully written! Congratulations on your win! : ) Greg Gaul December 17, 2018 at 9:32 AM Thanks so much Connie for your thoughtful and kind comments. I think I recall comments in the past that show your love and connection to trees. You might be interested in checking further tree references in my poem Talking Tree Truth. It is amazing what these experts have uncovered.

Susan Ashley December 16, 2018 at 9:16 AM I enjoyed being captivated by your beautifully expressive and compelling poem, Greg. Yes, their wisdom sings a stirring song. Congratulations on your wonderful win.. ~Susan Susan Ashley December 16, 2018 at 6:22 PM Yes Greg, you know how I love trees.. I’m so glad you respect and admire them too. I just love this piece :)) Greg Gaul December 16, 2018 at 1:02 PM Susan, as usual, you are so kind in recognizing these concepts about trees. Few get it and your insights are most helpful. Thank you so much.

Vladislav Raven December 15, 2018 at 1:06 PM Hi Greg, dropping by with my congratulations on your well deserved win in the contest with this excellent write. I hear the tree. Have a wonderful weekend....Mike. Greg Gaul December 16, 2018 at 1:01 PM Thanks for dropping by and voicing your listening to the trees. Much appreciate your insights.

Carolyn Devonshire December 15, 2018 at 12:02 PM What an interesting concept, trees having songs and making ancient prophecies. Excellent poem, Greg. Congratulations on your win in Line's contest. Sending wishes for holiday cheer, Carolyn Greg Gaul December 15, 2018 at 12:10 PM Carolyn, it was sparked by indigenous native America beliefs. The scientists have simply just proven it out. Thanks for your kind comments. All the best to you and Happy Holidays.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart November 14, 2018 at 9:49 PM Love it. I absolutely believe in plant intelligence ;) Greg Gaul November 15, 2018 at 7:15 AM Maureen, you're instincts are on point. Trees and plants precede us on this planet by nearly 450 million years. You'd think they'd have learned some things in that time. Thank you so much for your kindred advocacy.

Sand Blown November 14, 2018 at 7:23 PM absolutely nice one man...trees have always been a camera favorite Greg Gaul November 14, 2018 at 7:59 PM Thanks so much for your affirmation. Trees symbolize the whole planet and its importance to be protected. Most appreciate your comments and the read.