Evergreen: Publish a story, factual, fictional, poetic or otherwise, featuring evergreen trees as a central theme.
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Oh, homage to you, the Louisiana Pine
You have for so long taken care of us,
Given to us your very life for our livelihood.
Not only for shelter and usefulness,
but also, for beauty and for fun.
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References & Factual Information:
Construction: The lumber from Louisiana pine trees is used in construction for framing, flooring, and roofing. The wood is strong, durable, and resistant to decay, making it ideal for outdoor use.
Paper Pulp: The softwood from Louisiana pine trees is used in the paper industry to make paper pulp. The wood fibers are long and thin, making them ideal for producing high-quality paper products.
Furniture: The wood from Louisiana pine trees is used in furniture making. The wood has a natural beauty and can be stained or painted to match any decor.
Chemicals: The resin from Louisiana pine trees is used in the production of chemicals such as turpentine, pitch, and rosin. These chemicals are used in a variety of industries, including paint, varnish, and adhesive manufacturing.
Landscaping: Louisiana pine trees are also used in landscaping. The trees are planted for their beauty and provide shade and windbreaks. They are also used in erosion control and reforestation projects. https://learninglouisiana.com/louisiana-pine-trees-a-guide-to-the-states-native-conifers/
" forestry sector created nearly $4.3 billion in economic impact and generated more than 9,000 jobs in northwest Louisiana." https://www.shreveporttimes.com/story/opinion/2018/08/30/forestry-has-big-impact-north-louisiana/1148741002/
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Shirley Belk
Mother, Nana, Sister, Cousin, & Aunt who recently retired. RN (Nursing Instructor) who loves to write stories to heal herself and reflect on all the silver linings she has been blessed with :)
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This is part of the seasonal challenge by Gary Ragnarsson. This task was a labor of love for me because I have loved so very many of your stories. Each comment I have made has been heartfelt and I hope each of you know exactly how special you are. I'm blessed to have access to so very much talent across the globe through this platform called Vocal! Thank you for sharing the "beautiful things" in your stories & poems!
By Shirley Belk2 years ago in Poets
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Fantastic poem!!! Loved it alibg with the wonderful information!!!💕♥️♥️
It is a bit confusing but I finally got it. And it is a beautiful tribute. The additional information was welcomed. Great work.
A worthy recipient of a homage I think.
Impressive 🤩
Nice! Thank you for this information!😊💕
This was really cool. Well done Shirley
This was such a wonderful tribute to the Louisiana Pine! Thank you so much for sharing the additional information as well!
Interesting collection of facts.