I Am a Tree

I am, the Cherry, my graceful beauty reminds all that life renews with fragrant spring blossoms the Birch, thriving by the river of life the Dogwood, dazzling all with my shades of color the mighty Oak, standing strong for my loves the Elm, with my inner strength and intuition the Ash, tallest of all, tree of healing the Pine, who brightens the holidays reaching for the stars of eternal life the Sycamore, spreading my long arms to shelter all the Apple, sharing my sweetness with all who come near the Maple, delighting with my fall fireworks the Willow, weeping for the ashes you buried at my base and the sapling, clawing, fighting, stretching toward the sun to claim my place in this forest of life. I Am A Tree Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Delilah Ventura 12/30/19