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Willow Tree

by ShellySunshine

Rated: E · Poetry · Nature · #1685841

Finding the willow...

Willow tree

Weeping in the wind
She bends to Mother Nature
Strong and free
Swinging
Someday I will be the willow tree
A place of peace and beauty
Strength
Integrity

June 27, 2010
Michelle Klear

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