Together

 

Let's stand together,
you and I,
our roots grounded firm,
branches raised to the sky.

The sunlight will warm
our limbs, together,
dappled gold through our leaves.

We'll feel the wind as he
blows his kisses,
our bark soothed by his breeze.

I look closer and I see big gashes in your side
where parts of you were torn away,

I am aghast and I wonder, how are you
still standing here today?

Every storm you've weathered,
every blow you've felt,
I feel your sadness and your pain.

But we'll stand together,
our spirits as one,
all the hurt washed away in the rain.

I'll breathe healing into your veins,
place my hands
on your strong, firm base,

love and strength from my soul to yours,
our hearts beat
in this sacred place.