Little Tree

Oh, little tree, emerging strong

From the heart of that ancient stump

You defy the odds, you carry on

A symbol of life, a triumphant jump

You are not a requiem, nor a prophet

You are simply a testament to resilience

A reminder that life persists, despite

The looming shadows of death's influence

You are a fractal branch, a reflection

Of the same relentless spirit that drives us

To rise from the depths of the ocean

To create, to build, to conquer, to trust

In your humble existence, we find

A mirror of our own journey, our own fight

To endure, to grow, to reach for the sky

And to claim our place in the grand design

So, little tree, continue to stand tall

A beacon of hope, a symbol of strength

For in your quiet presence, we recall

What it means to embrace life at any length. ("Little Tree") by Courtney Weaver Jr.