The Old Tree

In my adulthood

I passed by the tree

Well known to me

In my childhood.

 

 

It stands by a path

Where many have passed

That old tree

Without a glance or sigh.

 

 

Our lives move fast

As we rush to catch

Some form of transport.

And we all are caught

In time’s great web.

 

 

All our loves and lusts

Must turn to dust.

And even this great tree,

Which will outlast me,

Will be dead

4 thoughts on “The Old Tree

      1. Patty L. Fletcher's avatarPatty L. Fletcher

        Good morning, Kevin.

        I hope you’re well.

        I have a great love or trees, when I saw the name of the poem I had to read it.

        Happy Easter if you celebrate.

        Patty L. Fletcher

        Bridging the great chasm which separates the disAbled from the non-disAbled

    1. K Morris Poet's avatarK Morris Poet Post author

      Good afternoon, Patty. I also have a great love of trees. A very old tree (I think a Cedar) has branches close to my flat on the second floor. I’m very fond of that tree. However, I worry that one day, in a storm I may find that tree in my living room! I do like Easter, and wish you a happy Easter to. All is OK with me, and I hope with you also.

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