I came across an old oak tree planted in the courtyard of a house, which has long been abandoned. The roots have grown, raising the level of the ground in process. The picture is not of the original, but an approximation borrowed from the internet.
Strong roots raise others
wisdom does not grow on trees
it swells from within.
Yet, the finality
matters, as the world sees fruit.
Inspired by Elsie Hagley at
Weekly Tanka Prompt Challenge #53
Pic: lighting-essentials.com
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Profound wisdom in the tanka. roots are below, unseen and fruits take centrestage.
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Wise words, Reena! 👍
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Thank you, Vidur!
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Very strong words, I love it, so true. Thanks for joining in and writing a tanka poem using the prompt from the Weekly Tanka challenge, I appreciate it very much
Hope you have a wonderful week. Cheers!.
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Thanks a lot, as usual! 🙂
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Very powerful words, Reena.
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Thanks a ton, Robbie!
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