The Old Tree
Gnarled, twisted, bare and old
Survives summer heat and winter cold
Sheds its leafy load in fall
Till Spring returns and makes its call
You poor old tree
Many different shades and types
With branches likening twisted metal pipes
Leaves green, or yellow, or brownish too
Shades to match winter-grey's or summer-blue
You poor old tree
Your poor bare branches break my heart
Your strength you'll find, will never part
Make my day, and smile for me
This gnarled, twisted, bare and ancient tree
You poor old tree
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The Old Tree
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