Wisdom

I was resting in the forest

with my back against a tree

when the tree began to whisper

"Listen, please to me."

 

I'm sure you think we stand here

unaware of life around,

but let me set you straight on this...

Life's secrets we have found.

 

We've watched the seasons come and go,

seen dark turn into light;

we've been warmed by days of sunshine

then cooled by evening night.

We've stood here as the hands of time

have circled round and round.

The young new leaves come out in spring,

in fall they drift to ground.

We've watched as children climb each branch,

reaching high towards the sky,

the birds have nestled in our limbs,

where their young have learned to fly.

We've watched young lovers stroll along,

then kiss beneath our shade,

their love remains among us,

even when their shadows fade.

We've watched the aged slowly stroll,

giving thanks for all we've done.

They know that we'll remain here

long after they have gone.

 

We've learned of patience as we've stood here,

and we wish we could impart

the wisdom that we now possess.

Observations from the heart.

Each day for us brings something new,

whether rain or sun prevails.

I could talk for hours

and tell a thousand tales.

 

But in silence we continue

to stand here and observe.

Patience is our virtue,

we're simply here to serve.

Done