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When I cut off a tree limb Does the tree flinch? When I trim a flower back Does she cry? When I rake autumn leaves Do they grieve?

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Date: 3/3/2020 3:37:00 PM
interesting questions, caren! this one made me think...
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 3/4/2020 12:59:00 AM
I have heard that plants have souls, and when we walk toward them with a pruner, they flinch. I have actually seen my trees rejoice upon my return waving in crazy happiness, when there was no wind.

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