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The Tentacle of Roots

"I shall be like a tree planted by the river ... " Psalm 1:3 A myriad of stars, the milky stream connects. The tree of life provides, resplendent fruit expects. The tentacle of roots, under spacious blue skies. The sip is free and close, such tenderness supplies.

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Gershon Wolf

Date: 5/14/2024 8:51:00 PM

This is beautiful, Kim. Exquisite. I believe you have captured the heart and the spirit of the words of the Psalm. Not an easy task... Bravo! :) Gershon

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 5/15/2024 5:31:00 AM

Thank you, Gershon. I shed a tear. Blessings ~ Kim

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/14/2024 4:31:00 PM

uplifting and inspirational words, Kim. They spoke to me and my soul. I liked 'the sip is free and close...' Wishing you a splendid evening, hugs & blessings, Sara

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 5/15/2024 5:32:00 AM

Thank you, sweet Sara! :)

Paige Hind

Date: 5/14/2024 1:04:00 PM

Love the tone of this- the verse worked well too

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 5/14/2024 2:58:00 PM

Thank you, Paige! Hugs ~ Kim

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 5/14/2024 8:57:00 AM

Beautiful, joyful, wonderful. God bless you always, sweet Kim. Love, Gina

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 5/14/2024 10:32:00 AM

God bless you, Sis-in-Christ! <3