Manchineel Tree

a curious wood
waits along our native shores
to bear some kindness,
but rain comes and the sap burns
whilst kingbirds perch in its crown
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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January 11, 2026 at 8:42 AM
Trina, you paint an interesting image.
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