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The Secrets of the Trees

The gifts of trees bestow such blessings to relieve us of any strife endured; within their tendril branches essence reside secrets yet to be unfurled. Listen all you ears of spirit for whispers amid the leaves; sacred secrets sung in lyrics heard by the birds and bees. Beneath this sand and sepia loam telecommunication passes freely; the fungi grown and roots that roam share Gaia’s knowledge secretly. Mankind thinks of trees as wood for building and other needs; but they are lives to be understood by those whose spiritual eyes see. Though they don’t travel or sit and talk great sages of old are trees; and when among them you should walk with gracious arms give one a squeeze. Your heart will warm from nature’s glow any distress shall be appeased; into your life blessings will flow sweet truths you will perceive.
8-19-2021 A BRIAN STRAND rime Poetry Contest Brian Strand

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Date: 1/2/2022 11:08:00 PM
I am such a lover of trees. It is so sad to see them cut down, isn't it? It's fun to think of what was happening around them decades ago, how the world was different. Your line "for whispers amid the leaves" makes me think that they all have a story, I agree. I am glad I found this poem, it is beautiful.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/3/2022 11:16:00 AM
Many thanks.
Date: 7/10/2021 11:06:00 AM
Hi MLK, I know that you respect and love trees from previous poems you have posted. I agree with you they are alive and keep us alive because as Lindsay says, without them the air would be polluted. I always think of an old oak tree and how many generations it has seen throughout many a human era. well penned MLK JENNIFER.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/3/2022 11:16:00 AM
Thank you Jennifer.
Date: 6/27/2021 4:52:00 PM
Hello M.L. … each tree is a living city providing food, shelter, and protection for thousands; though not for humans. We see them as wood. Without trees the air would be polluted - thanks M.L. - Lindsay
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/3/2022 11:17:00 AM
Abeolutely, Thanks.
Date: 6/7/2021 7:57:00 PM
Dear M. L., I admire the spirit and wisdom of trees and adore the spirit and wisdom of your exquisite poem. Your reverent pen spills splendid ink. Congratulations for your excellent win in Charlotte's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 6/6/2021 8:35:00 PM
Wow! Thanks for sharing this... delightful and delighting from the start til the end. God bless you.
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Date: 6/6/2021 7:04:00 AM
A Very Beautiful Poem. Congratulations!
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Date: 6/6/2021 6:54:00 AM
Congratulations on a superb poem that rightly glorifies the power + sacredness of trees. Such an enjoyable read. Brian
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Date: 6/6/2021 5:41:00 AM
Congratulations on your win ML, you penned a wonderful poem, you really deserve. Have a great weekend
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Date: 6/6/2021 4:42:00 AM
this is another lovely, spiritual poem from you, with nice use of rhyme throughout (i think there may be a typo on 4th line, secrets not secrete?) i particularly like the closing line - congrats on your win in my contest!
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 6/10/2021 10:20:00 AM
Many thanks.
Date: 6/6/2021 4:21:00 AM
What a wonderful write! Will surely hug one tree for I believe in what you say. Congratulations
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Date: 6/4/2021 6:11:00 PM
Hello M.L. … each tree is a living city that so many living creatures rely on, but humans see them in a different light. Trees also store carbon so are invaluable to our being - thank you M.L. - Lindsay
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Date: 6/1/2021 10:30:00 PM
I understand, soul exists in TRRES. They are living bodies but also believe that soul exists in so-called Non living objects also perhaps in dormant state. All the best
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/3/2022 11:18:00 AM
Yes indeed, Thank you Anisha.
Date: 5/29/2021 2:55:00 PM
I have had the thought/thoughts from time to time what if the trees could talk to mankind and tell them what has happened from their view in ages past because some trees live to be so very old can you imagine what they have seen. Thanks for the honor of placing in your contest. I appreciate you reading and finding my work worthy of the winners' list . Sara
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 1/3/2022 11:17:00 AM
Exactly! Thank you.
Date: 5/28/2021 11:33:00 AM
I love the spirituality you give to trees, they can be a source of tranquility and wisdom, best wishes for the contest!
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 5/28/2021 12:05:00 PM
Thanks Michelle, I'm glad you enjoyed this.

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