The Tree of Life
Visited Bahrain a few years ago and took the drive to the "tree of life" It struck me odd that there was nothing there but a small fence around it. Truly in the middle of nowhere though.
Submitted for the Landscapes and Towns Contest.
The Tree of Life
Secluded, alone in the midst of the sand
On top of a mound in a desolate land
Sits a single mesquite, a fabled old tree
How it survives and thrives is a mystery
There’s no water around for its roots to find
But there it stands tall and boggles the mind
It’s forlorn location, a quiet repose
Provides shade from hot sun with green hanging boughs
Isolated from all, not even a sign
To indicate it’s role in the annals of time
This Tree of Life as the stories are told
Is all that remains of the Eden of old
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
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a
Premium Membership.
