Truths from the Tree
Stand tall and proud,
and reach for the sunlight.
Grow deep roots where you are planted,
and you will be braced and secure from threatening winds.
When those winds do blow,
bend and be flexible, and you will survive.
Stretch out your arms far and wide,
and welcome those that rest in your shade.
Delight in sharing with nature’s creatures
with nests and burrows and nourishment.
When your life is over,
give back to what gave life to you.
This is in follow-up to yesterday’s post – Reflections from the River – and a continuation in Lessons from Nature.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
What a magnificent tree! It seems to be looking over the earth, watching out for little creatures who might need shelter.
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what a beautiful thought – it is in my front lawn and one of my favorite trees π
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Big old trees like that are the best!
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I like this series. Beautiful tree…yes, we can learn a lot from watching trees. (K)
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Thanks Kerfe! I love my trees π
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Me too!
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Beautiful tree photo, Jodi and beautiful poem!
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Thanks PJ!
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My pleasure! π
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Great shot and great thought Jodi-
Jenna
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appreciate Jenna π
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Jodi, I can see another beautiful book of your photos and verses. I am totally loving this series; really wonderful. Thank you so much. Gosh, your photos are great! Love that twinkle of light. This would make lovely note cards. Keep rocking it, lady! β€
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Thanks Laura – I got lucky – was thinking about the river reflections yesterday off and on and was looking out at all the trees in my yard and thought about what lessons they could teach. So I laid down in the front lawn under the closest tree to the house (a tree I love!) and shot up where the sun was twinkling through. Often times my photos inspire the words, but the words came to me first for this one.
Hubby has told me on several occasions I should do a book with my photos and verse. I can’t imagine who would buy such a thing for an unknown – but it could be a fun project nonetheless – eh?
Thinking about the wind today….. π
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I don’t think it was luck, you are really good at this! More Artista-ness. Trees are so very special. I love that story of how you took the photo. πππ
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Thanks loo! βΊοΈ
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Great advice in that last line.
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Jodi, I’m sure when you were taking this picture you were standing in awe. It’s hard to find the right words of the feelings evoked. Your picture gave me chills. And, your words offer such hope. Thank you. πβοΈCheers.
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Indeed in awe – but laying in the grass not standing π – looking up – and only snapped once as I laid there soaking it all in. I am so glad you were as affected as me with it Sharon. Hope you and Gary are well.
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Beautiful words Jodi – and I am loving the picture! π
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Glad you like terry! π
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Beautiful picture and poem π
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Thanks!
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I love laying on the ground and taking photos of trees! β¨π Your tree looks like it has been providing you shade for awhile. Lovely verse and I’m enjoying your nature series, Jodi. Perhaps you will paint this tree one day? π¨β€οΈ
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Maybe. I’m struggling to find watercolor time these days but will look forward to. π
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I hear you on the time thing. I have to be in the “mood” for watercolor. ππ¨
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What a magnificent tree! One made for climbing and tree forts. π
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It sure has been climbed. π
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trees are a symbol of strength and endurance. You found nice words to describe their qualities. And most of all their good qualities we should take as a model for us. Thanks, Jodi.
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I like that – symbols of strength and endurance.
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Thanks again Jodi! π
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this is gorgeous!
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Thanks Lynn βΊοΈ
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Striking image… love this shot! Kind of want to paint it! hehe And your words are wise and wonderful. Beautiful post my friend π
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Oh I hope you do paint it Charlie!!
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What a moving post. The photo is so wonderful it made me feel very protective of that magnificent tree. Your poem is perfect to go with the photo and does it justice. Thank you.
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Thanks so very much!
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Love your lessons from nature, keep them coming π And what a gorgeous picture!
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Thanks C – One more tomorrow π
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We often forget how important being flexible is. Thank you for the beautiful reminder! π
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you are very welcome π
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Aren’t trees amazing. They all have a story to tell.
Love your poem Jodi π
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Indeed! π
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That is a magical tree. This is beautiful.
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Thank you!!
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I think I like this post even better than yesterday’s! There’s something about trees that is so calming and grounding, and you communicated that so well. Sometimes, when I’m driving through Kansas, I pass through the Flint Hills, which have miles and miles of prairie with barely a tree is sight. It is beautiful to drive through, but I don’t think I could live there. Personally, I need to be around trees!
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You know – my son asked me this morning if I thought there were more stars in the universe or trees on earth – guess which he said there are more of? Trees…. π Trees are so awesome!
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Lovely verse, Jodi. It’s true ~ there’s so much to learn from nature.
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indeed – thanks Carol
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Gorgeous image Jodi and lovely poem!
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Thanks M! π
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