The Triumphant Tree..
The Triumphant Tree…. Heard the tired traveller; the lonely tree saying ‘Words are noble Intentions are nobler, But actions are noblest.’ The man looked at the tree in amazement, It said… Like your words of kindness in my praise Yet you’ve dropped me dead. The result of it is climate doom, Birds and animals too, fret and fume. Enough of your being vocal, Expect more actions in real. Present and future generations are in danger All are frustrated and shout in anger, I hang my head in shame For being unable to teach and tame…. Now I appeal again, Come forward and take a vow To save yourself by saving me Though it is difficult to replace that lost beauty But a stitch in time saves nine. The man uttered in remorse Forgive my callousness. I pick the scattered strands and knit my landscape again. The tree loved to watch the man come into action, And his fellowmen join the convention. The tree stood tall smilin...