My Pecan Tree

there stands
such
a gracious
elderly lady
positioning
herself
in the confines
of my fenced
back yard,

silent
as she speaks,
nor moving
her limbs
until the winds
comes
to rob her
of her dress,
swaying green
fabric,

but still
proud,
full of life
bearing
her children,
not 
one or two,
but countless
numbers
all held close
to her breast,
growing, 
waiting,

now,
in the late
time of fall,
each child
ready
to free
themselves,
a wave
goodbye
as she
reluctantly
watches
them 
leave home.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Sands Avatar
November 27, 2022 at 12:32 PM
This is a sweet poem. I enjoyed it. :)
Skinner Avatar
November 28, 2022 at 12:26 AM
thank you Heidi
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace