Once tall and stately, this mighty tree
stood like a bulwark within the woods.
It fell to the lessons of history
by its very nature. There it stood
spreading it’s branches protectively
in a posture of shelter, yet it’s shadow cast
a darkness which diminished collectively
its competition, both future and past.
It suffered the fate of all its kind
by standing alone, unwilling to bend
in the face of the storms, undermined
by unseen flaws that transcend
a purpose deeply carved into its base
by the hands of those who planted it.
Now it lies shattered, alone in this place,
but even so challenged it won’t submit.
It’s roots are deeply sunk in the ground
and it will spread new branches into the light.
Over time, by strength of will, it shall rebound.
Once more it will grow and take up the fight
as all living things must. Once more leaves will gleam
in the sunlight reflecting both spirit and dream.
Author notes
Something in this picture brought this to mind... something different, anyway 
Prompt: Picture
Picture Credit: Maria Muller
No line limit
A contest entry
- something's there by Lavender Butterfly.
550 points, ended November 4, 2008, 14 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Critical Comments Always Welcome but I Won't Turn Down Fluffy One's Either :D
Comments
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oooh, me love this poem!
Best of luck!
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so deeply profound and immensely creative... x
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This had depth a chara. wonderful write.
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