Tristan Robert Lange

rooted

alice merton memories—

what does it mean to be rooted?—

transience is an ongoing transition.

bittersweet morning glory

has become the same sad story.

i am a twining creeper—

wild grapes make bitter wine—

a branch that’s become

its own worn, vintage vine.

First published on tristanrobertlange.com, July 18, 2026.

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