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An Unmarked Path

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Even in the thickest of forests where you cannot decipher where one tree starts and another one ends there is a path.

A break in the intimidation, calling you to explore.

No footprints speak of those who have gone before.

You can only see just the beginning.

It can take you deep inside with nothing to promise.

Irresistible to you inner adventurer but more irresistible when it comes to your need to run away.

Go ahead, wander in for a moment or two.

If you lose your edge you can always turn back but remember your steps will not leave a mark.

Before The Bloom

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It’s a hint but not quite a promise for what’s to come.

A future filled with a unique beauty. Part of the pack yet distinct to its surroundings.

Even the same roots and care cannot guarantee the same outcome.

The mystery of spring encompassed by each, an unlimited number of chances. 

But what if one more freeze takes hold under the cover of darkness?

The bloom night not make it. Then again, it might just be more exquisite. 

It’s the inherent risk of nature- 

No beauty without sacrifice.

Pressure

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I am not sure how it’s still standing.

The wind, the snow, the neighborhood kids have all had their go.

Branches have broken- sometimes the leaves aren’t quite as full but the roots remain untouched.

Just another reason to envy nature.

Waiting For Sunset

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I am frustrated by myself and with myself.

There seems to be no end in sight as if the sun refuses to set behinds the westward mountains.

Nature will and can only act according to its own decrees.

And yet I will find myself wanting to force change.

To wait, to be patient, to understand is the one risk which cannot guarantee reward.

To act foolishly is to get burnt.

Inevitably Vain

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Two standing, one fallen.

Two proud, one now lacking the power to stand tall.

Against the backdrop their position could not be clearer.

Two understand that one day, one day their time will come.

Until then- the two will take advantage of each opportunity, ray of sunshine.

No one wants the final fall to be made in vain.

Natural Casualty

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Fallen but its beauty only changes.
Gone is the prestige of standing tall and proud.

It’s replaced by an understanding that there is an opportunity to give back.

From a new perspective the view of the world doesn’t change but what can be offered has changed forever.

On the Fence

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I see that you see me watching you.

You watch as I position myself to capture just the right angle and clearly you’re not impressed.

The question is who is imposing of who’s territory?