Roots

Why does it scare you 
to hold my hand?
Not for some type of underlying
love
But instead to keep me grounded
Securely for survival

"This isn't love" 
the wind shakes me so wildly 
Resting my hand in yours
Allowing me to catch my breath

I am but a tiny sapling;
that does not make me weak
Rather, to raise my stability
You have an obligation to help me stand
Among all the others 

Just allow me to entwine my
fingers with yours 
Please, I do not want to topple
over and die
I need my roots

This is all, for my need to survive
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Ink-U-Script Avatar
November 6, 2014 at 1:36 PM
Awesome poem...love your choice of words.
Helppi Avatar
November 2, 2014 at 4:42 PM
Everyone needs roots, everyone needs love, I like how you put it here in your poem, nice job Emily.
Allison Avatar
November 2, 2014 at 4:11 PM
I love the personification of the tree - we all need to establish firm roots in order to flourish in our lives- really enjoyed this clever write:-) hugs Jan xx
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