Trees in a Storm
Together
Bent by heavy winds,
Tangled branches scrape and catch,
Scattered leaves take flight.
Yet my roots are deep and strong,
Holding fast against the storm.
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Archery Owl
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Love this! Steady and quietly powerful. “Scattered leaves take flight” feels wild and vulnerable.
Roots are essential, great words