Performed by Val Cole

POEM:

It was your curves I fell in love with
Or was it the gentle branches you offered me
Vines entwining you so lovingly
Bowing over to bond with each other

You provided shelter from all around
Protection like no other
Your strength shining in your continuous growth
Wisdom reflecting in your care

Open wide, unique for all to see
Providing warmth on stormy days
Always there, consistent in your presence
No judgement or service to render

Offering a daily dose of peace and comfort
A prescription for the simplicity of life
Blending and connected to others
No need to shine alone

Changing to situations with ease
A reminder of how much we have developed
In a world full of grey, your beauty glows
Adapting to the warmth you receive

A natural state of love you offer
Freely and with grace
A true example of pure beauty
Keeping secrets never to be told

Embracing all who meet you
Positive right down to the core
Silent when the elements change
You remain strong and powerful forevermore

Lisa Khan
lisakhan.com

Get to know the poet:

1) What is the theme of your poem?

Initially Mother Natures, I wrote it in 2021. Then I realized all true Mothers nurture - it's what Mothers do.

2) What motivated you to write this poem?

I love nature & the warm it offers.

3) How long have you been writing poetry?

Since I was 12 years old.

4) If you could have dinner with one person (dead or alive), who would that be?

David Bowie.

5) What influenced you to submit to have your poetry performed by a professional actor?

I wanted to hear how someone else interpreted its flow.

6) Do you write other works? scripts? Short Stories? Etc..?

Not yet, I thought about it. I use to have my own column in a Newspaper. I have just 2 poetry/quote books at the moment published.

7) What is your passion in life?

Caring for others. I love humans & writing of course.