There’s this tree
planted with care
it’s going to grow
a memory
of a woman
that touched me
deep roots
will go down
branches will spread wide
a shelter
refuge
shade on hot days
Flowers will bloom
after many, many
days that turn into nights
the bean pods
will tease
tantalize
year after year
reminders
that good things
like beauty
friendships
trust
take time to grow
just like this tree
that was planted
in the perfect place
to be

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