“Of all man’s works of art, a cathedral is greatest…. A vast and majestic tree is greater than that.”
– Henry Ward Beecher
The roots have waited,
held, retained, until
we excavated a new
space, mounds
of soil removed,
allowing ample
pathways
for the tender
shoots to find water
and nutrients,
and we few stand round,
shovels down….
we have placed
hands in rich humus,
released our silent prayers,
and now feel the blessing
of earth stewardship.
—C.L. Fisher, November 2021
Unless otherwise indicated, all writings and images are the work of C.L. Fisher and may not be copied, used, or distributed without permission.
Poetic Meanderings 
A small humble tree, inconspicuous in the corner of a local nursery
Beckoning to find a final nesting place
Gentle hands and gracious hearts heeded your call for joy and rest
And settled you in nature’s wise encompassing care
For the joy you seek in a place you long for
Surely will give back so humbly and true
As your roots grow deep and your branches reach out to the skies
And as the red berries adorn your lovely form
For us who behold you near or far, a heart’s desire for beauty is quenched once more
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