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Just a Tree

The mighty sycamore stands strong Unmoved as life moves blindly by Inviting branches like welcoming arms More than a tree this engaging mystery How many limbs have come together, The tip out of reach forever? Leaves whispering a multitude of childlike tales Bales, sheltered from the summer sun Invincible yet so vulnerable And now in its place sits a painted brick wall A part of me is just a memory

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P Sheart

Date: 10/3/2009 6:37:00 AM

Amazing poetry, congrats!! Love Light Truth Patty

Date: 9/25/2009 6:54:00 PM

I just wanted to drop by and add--Congratulations on making it through the first round in the contest. Good luck in the finals! Karen

Eleanore Bourner

Date: 9/24/2009 4:45:00 PM

brings a tree to life! wonderful poem :) keep it up!!!------Ell (P.S. i'm part Irish !! *smile*)

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 9/24/2009 10:52:00 AM

Congratulations on your poem making it through the first round.Wishing you the best in the finals Owen. Love, Carol

Raul Moreno

Date: 7/9/2009 11:37:00 PM

Owen, congrats on your feature...Raul

Date: 7/6/2009 2:53:00 PM

Nice use of imagery and an interesting perspective in this poem. Congratulations on having it featured. Keep on writing. Wishing you ongoing success. Karen

James Fraser

Date: 7/6/2009 11:01:00 AM

Congratulations on your featured poem, nice write Owen>>James

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 7/6/2009 6:28:00 AM

Congratulations Owen on your featured poem this week. You will have many more. Love, Carol

Ernilando Tugaff

Date: 7/5/2009 11:10:00 PM

Congratulations! It's a great poem. Keep on sharing. Ernilando

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 5/15/2009 6:58:00 PM

"The tip out of reach forever" says so much, sort of my philosophy of life. This is beautifully written, Owen. It's so nice to have discovered another voice here -- there are so many and each poet's style is unique. Great poem! Love, Carolyn

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 5/15/2009 4:51:00 PM

The sycamore tree has a lot of strength. It is also scared and holy to many, and goes way back into Egyptian history. I like the flow of this poem and the message. This piece is magical! If you would also like to read some uplifting and inspirational pieces, check out my "2009 Best Christian Poetry Award" blog on site regarding my book. Great job and God bless always! ~Joseph