Notes About The Poem

Tree of Life

The tree of life grows limbs above,
Its strength began in roots of love...
Each limb's branches may grow apart
Yet venture not far from its heart.

Concentric circles share great worth
In trials it has endured since birth,
Having weathered many a storm
Defined by bent or twisted form.

Still beauty reigns throughout the years
In steadfast growth with hopes and fears,
As earthlife seasons come and go
A will to carry on and know,

Though treasured limbs may break and die,
Newest growth reaches for the sky.
Seedlings will spread, divine and free...
In honor of the mother tree.

© Connie Marcum Wong
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Gauthier Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 7:40 AM
Beautiful, Connie. Lovely.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 7:29 PM
Thank you very much Line. I am having lots of problems with ads blocking poetry so I can't read or comment. PS is trying to fix it. : )
Pruitt Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 3:09 AM
I was very touched by your tree of life poem. A very lovely tribute. Best wishes, Reta.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 2:30 PM
Thank you very much Reta. This poem is also a metaphor for family. : )
De Beaulieu Avatar
October 7, 2017 at 6:11 PM
Well done Connie, a beautiful poem.Have a nice evening my friend.
Smith Avatar
February 17, 2016 at 8:19 PM
7..... Well done dear friend.. Hugs.. Arlene
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 17, 2016 at 9:41 PM
Trees are one of God's most treasured gifts. Thank you much! ; )
Bickerstaffe Avatar
February 16, 2016 at 11:26 AM
Beautifully written Connie! Gorgeous flow, rhyming and sentiment. A 7 and a definite favourite!! Best wishes, Keith (PS You are a TRUE poet!)
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 16, 2016 at 4:51 PM
I am glad you like this Keith. I adore trees. They speak to us in so many ways if we are aware. I appreciate your lovely comments. Thank you my friend. Cheers, Connie ; )
Hicks Avatar
February 10, 2016 at 1:48 PM
Very wise and eloquently written. We are all connected to a single source, yet simultaneously have freedom to grow in diverse directions. Also the word "earthlife" is new to me ... interesting.
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 11, 2016 at 3:07 AM
Thank you for your thoughtful comments Tim. Very much appreciated! ; )
George   Avatar
February 5, 2016 at 1:55 AM
Such a beautiful, uplifting poem, Connie. Elaine
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 5, 2016 at 3:10 AM
Thank you Elaine. There is just not enough time to read and comment on all the wonderful poems here now that I am watching my little granddaughter. Blessings, Connie
Dietrich Avatar
February 2, 2016 at 4:05 PM
wow, wonderful symbol of life portrayed here by the tree, Connie. Glad I finally saw this one. You are my last one of the day. and at last I am caught up!! Gotta rush over to see some property with Joe!
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 4, 2016 at 12:54 PM
Trees are so like us when you stop to think about it. Thanks Andrea. Hugs, Connie
Scars Avatar
January 31, 2016 at 3:22 PM
Trees are almost unbreakable. This poem is strong and beautiful Connie *smiles*-luloo
Vaso Avatar
January 30, 2016 at 10:12 PM
Beautiful Connie, I love the last 2 lines, so true of life!
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 4, 2016 at 12:51 PM
Thank you Arthur. Cheers, Connie
Delaney Avatar
January 30, 2016 at 10:01 PM
Fantastic Connie: My Muse is an ancient tree in Tasmania. Hugs, SuZ
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 4, 2016 at 12:50 PM
That is so cool SuZ. Send me a picture of it if you can. You know I love trees and poems about them. Thank you SuZ. Love, Connie
Turner Avatar
January 30, 2016 at 9:19 PM
I love this poem, Connie. I love trees and try to plant at least one a year. I will put this in the fav column.
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 4, 2016 at 12:48 PM
I am honored that you are fav'ing this poem Daniel. Thank you so much for your generous comment too. Blessings, Connie
Smith Avatar
January 30, 2016 at 6:45 PM
Beautiful Connie. I love the imagery. a7 +++
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