Guardian

Come, child of earth, bear witness onto me.

For I am the aged one, elder guardian of thee. When you are lonely,

nowhere to belong, come seek me—the Patient; the Strong. Grounded 

are my roots so here I’ll always be. Listen for the notes the wind and I shall sing. 

Climb my branches, dear child, so that you may see far and wide; your surroundings, 

your dreams, where your desires reside. Meditate your wisdom with 

me within my shade. For under 

admonition a successful 

future can be made.

Respect the world 

about you, for I 

am not the only 

being who provides 

shelter, wisdom, and food that 

you or your kin will be seeing. Remember—for when 

you leave—part               of this world you’ll         forever be. Remember 

kindness, strength,                     and humility                   given to you by this 

old tree.