Home for God’s creatures,
Bulldozers, safe haven falls,
The memory of trees.
About the Creator
Colleen Walters
Just a girl who likes to write poems, usually inspired by events and people in my Florida life.. Always be you, because you are awesome. You matter. You are enough. ❤️
You can find me also on Facebook & Messenger and Discord
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Comments (3)
Awww, this was so sweet. Loved your Haiku!
This is a beautiful, heartbreaking tribute to trees. I used to climb so many trees as a kid. There’s something so spectacular about old trees especially.
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