This is for Mikeydred's April Prompt and Natasha's Poetry Challenge.
We remember those who sacrifice---silently. Michelle Liew
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The old tree withers,
Yet offers fruit every spring--
Roots drain without rain.
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A dove on her arm
Beak grasps a gentle green leaf
Lets its own wings furl.
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These Haikus are entirely original. AI tags are coincidental.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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