Roots

Roots below gripping tight,
Hidden from view.
Branches with dead leaves.
Of course,
You like them
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Edwards Avatar
October 2, 2012 at 10:38 PM
Sometimes even the strongest foundations are never enough.. Nice Ku' xx
A   Avatar
April 26, 2011 at 10:54 AM
enjoyed your haiku, take care..p.d.
Dietrich Avatar
April 25, 2011 at 8:41 PM
this is very interesting. when you say "you like them" does "them" refer to the dead leaves or to the roots? That makes a differnce in the poem's meaning for me!
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