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The Forest Has Need

Katie Frances Hartless
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The forest has need of fallen trees.

The moss that coats the tunnels has purpose; it’s patches offer retention as rains recede.

Everywhere there is death, new life springs.

When feeling scarce and defenseless, head to the forest—

find abundance in branch and stalk and leaf.

And so shall there be endless drink to fight the fires that threaten our tranquility.

For whatever we are feeling, the forest has need.

7 responses to “The Forest Has Need”

  1. juliansummerhayes Avatar
    juliansummerhayes

    In Devon, England we’ve lost so much of our forestry to farming and housebuilding; but when I do spend my time there, I’m enlivened and reminded of the sacredness of life. Thanks for sharing. Take care, Julian

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    1. Katie Frances Hartless Avatar
      Katie Frances Hartless

      Thank you for connecting to my poem, Julian. A trip to the forest always rejuvenates me.

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  2. Caleb Cheruiyot Avatar
    Caleb Cheruiyot

    Interesting!

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    1. Katie Frances Hartless Avatar
      Katie Frances Hartless

      Thanks, Caleb.

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  3. juliemellersh Avatar
    juliemellersh

    A lovely one…makes me want to visit the little bit of forest left in my neighborhood. 🌳

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    1. Katie Frances Hartless Avatar
      Katie Frances Hartless

      Thank you, Julie. So sorry, I didn’t see the lovely comment earlier. Here’s to more days among the leaves. 🌱

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      1. juliemellersh Avatar
        juliemellersh

        No problem…Cheers to the trees! 💚

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