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Fertile Ground

Rooted in Strength, Reaching for Sky

By Tim CarmichaelPublished about a month ago 1 min read

In the gentle embrace of earth,

my foundation runs deep below,

roots of history intertwine

with the steadfast strength of purpose,

every corner holding wisdom,

nurturing the essence of what has been,

anchoring me in the knowledge

as I push upward toward the light.

Above, the open sky beckons,

branches lifting toward the sun,

each moment a chance to flourish,

reaching for the vastness of dreams,

where hopes unfurl like petals,

inviting bright possibilities,

the courage to explore the untraveled,

to dance in the warmth of the unknown.

This balance shapes my path,

a blend of the grounded and the adventurous,

holding tight to roots that support me

while boldly seeking the winds that inspire.

I navigate the intricate play of life,

intertwined in the cycle of growth,

each step forward honoring the past,

each breath igniting new potential.

With every challenge faced, I rise,

gathering strength from the earth beneath,

visions of what can be sparking within,

a journey of both holding on and letting go,

the dance of existence flourishing

in the duality of earth and sky,

a testament to resilience and growth

in a world where I can both sink and soar.

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About the Creator

Tim Carmichael

Tim is an Appalachian poet and cookbook author. He writes about rural life, family, and the places he grew up around. His poetry and essays have appeared in Bloodroot and Coal Dust, his latest book.

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  • Novel Allenabout a month ago

    Roots and branches are so complex, we just need to hold on tight and believe

  • Caitlin Charltonabout a month ago

    Your pacing here is phenomenal. I am slowly being taken through the story of your roots. I feel like I'm watching everything move and shoot up out of the ground toward the sun. Your word choices are grounded in ensuring the experience we have is one of vividness and perhaps, even gratitude. I appreciate how the poem suggests knowledge as light.

  • Tiffany Gordonabout a month ago

    This shimmers with hope & strength! I love it! ☺️

  • K.B. Silver about a month ago

    Beautifully written. With every challenge may we all rise, and not shrink back ! 👏👏👏💖

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