The Cottonwood At Grandfather’s farm, in back of the house Stood a large, ancient cottonwood tree. How it weathered the years and stood fast in storms Was a wonder and marvel to me. My grandfather said that the tree had strong roots Sinking deep, holding fast to the ground, For the earth never lost it […]
Aug 25, 2022
The Cottonwood
Filed Under: Musings · Tagged: cottonwood, encouragement, inspiration, Manos, poem, poetry, writing
Jul 22, 2021
The Cottonwood
The Cottonwood At Grandfaher’s barn, close to the door, stood a giant cottonwood tree; How it weathered the wind and stood in the storm was a wonder and marvel to me. My grandfather said it was the strong roots, sinking down, holding fast to the ground; For the earth never lost it when wind tore […]
Filed Under: Musings · Tagged: barn, confidence, cottonwood, courage, grandfather, Manos, mysteries, poem, poetry, tree, trust
