A lone tree
alone tree
parched finger roots on limestone
see:
above the clay
careening
this Rock has a hold on me
as winds, storms buffet free pride
of trunk unbent:
steady in heat of day, laboring:
oh Lord my God, I thank Thee.
Image credit: Splitshire.com Lillian at dVerse Quadrille (44 words) prompts us with the word "careen" Click on Mr. Linky to join in!
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I feel the poem shifting from the observer, to the voice of the tree….beautifully done. And the illustration is quite perfect with it!
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Thank you, Lillian, for the prompt and the kind comments.
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I think this is a wonderful extended metaphor… so much we want to be like those trees, resilient even in the worst of conditions…
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I like the thanks in the last line and this line “this Rock has a hold on me”.
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Nature’s perseverance can inspire us to hang on when the going becomes tough.
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Trees and rocks have many stories to tell us, and strenght to offer. 🙂
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Very very earnest and moving, Dora ❤
-David
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This is a great poem! I love how the tree knows they’re not alone and that the Lord is creator. Love, hugs and blessings!!!
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Great to know of the tenacity to survive in the face of difficult times and situations. Wonderful write Dora!
Hank
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A beautiful imagery of one’s rock of faith, steady as a tree. A gem to read tonight!
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Wow, wow and wow!
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Planted in the rocks or by by the still waters, the roots make all the difference! Well done Dora.
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I enjoyed the idea of the world careening around us, yet we are secured by the stable rock that is God’s love. It’s a beautiful journey, love the picture! 😍
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I know of such a tree. The careening winds leaves it still standing.
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Life is continually buffeted by strong winds, the trick is to stand steadfast. Love this, Dora. ❤️
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roots in the ground
somewhat sound
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Lovely poem.
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Your quadrille is exquisite.
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Love this! I can feel the quiet strength in this .. palpable and flowing through each verse .. beautifully 💝💝
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What a gorgeous poemprayer.
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Like this tree may we be grounded and held by the ROCK
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A beautiful quadrille giving thanks for that which sustains us.
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