Some Favorite Trees and a Poem for Silver Valley Girl

On my sister's blog Silver Valley Stories here she has provided us with beauty most days since the start of the blog with a picture of her backyard tree through the seasons. She then uses a quote, song lyrics, poem, or scripture to match the tree picture. It is very inspirational each day. She has also asked other people to submit pictures of their trees to be posted on her blog. She has been on a trip with her family and got to witness her daughter asking a question to the astronauts in space (see below) yesterday so I decided to present to her today a collage of my favorite trees with a poem to match. This is for you Silver Valley Girl.

Advice from a Tree By Ilan Shamir
Dear Friend,
Stand Tall and Proud

Sink your roots deeply into the Earth

Reflect the light of a greater source

Think long term

Go out on a limb

Remember your place among all living beings

Embrace with joy the changing seasons

For each yields its own abundance

The Energy and Birth of Spring

The Growth and Contentment of Summer

The Wisdom to let go of leaves in the Fall

The Rest and Quiet Renewal of Winter
Feel the wind and the sun

And delight in their presence

Look up at the moon that shines down upon you

And the mystery of the stars at night.

Seek nourishment from the good things in life

Simple pleasures Earth, fresh air, light
Be content with your natural beauty

Drink plenty of water

Let your limbs sway and dance in the breezes

Be flexible

Remember your roots
Enjoy the view!