Sunday, April 5, 2009

My Magnolia Tree



In my backyard I have a Magnolia tree
It is like an old, reliable, trusted friend
Elevating my disposition by many degrees
On its presence… I increasingly depend


As gray winter snow melts and goes away
Its upward stretching branches reassure
Soon sweet-smelling blooms will be on their way
The air fills with a fragrance that is a miracle cure


The blue sky is full of sunbeams and clarity
My heart is gladdened as I walk much taller
In your company, I am blessed with prosperity
The joy you bring outshines a million dollars


Your abundance of blushing flowers amazes me
You have generously outdone yourself this year
Unselfishly you give your beauty…it’s absolutely free
Today feels like a celebration as I applaud and cheer


4/21/08 Theresa Moore
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17 comments:

  1. 4April 5, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    This will happen soon in Montréal. Qc.Canada... in a month or so!!!! I can't wait to see it.

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  2. UnknownApril 5, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    Where is that gorgeous tree in your yard?? I didn't see it! I absolutely LOVE Magnolia trees! :-)

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  3. ErinApril 5, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    Magnolias are my favorite and my best. :)

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  4. dongdongApril 5, 2009 at 9:10 PM

    I love magnolia tree. What a lovely poem. I thought you wrote that until the line at the bottom. :)

    Thanks to Fauna for leaving comments for Sunny. She loves it when Fauna leaves her a comment. First time, it was a big, happy surprise.

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  5. dawn klingeApril 5, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Beautiful poem, and you're so lucky to have a Magnolia tree in your yard!

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  6. LisaApril 5, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Syb, we have 2 young ones on the North side of the yard tucked cozily among the white pine and spruce trees. It's protected from the wind there.

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  7. AmandaApril 5, 2009 at 10:33 PM

    How lovely. :)

    Thank you for your reply to my question about organizing! Keeping ideas in a notebook is a good one!

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  8. Shady LadyApril 6, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    Beautiful photos, beautiful girl, beautiful tree.

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  9. momandkiddoApril 6, 2009 at 1:46 AM

    I love magnolias! I need to get over to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden to see their display.

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  10. TaraApril 6, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    This is so funny... my husband and I were talking about magnolia trees last night and how much I love them.

    Pictures are beautiful!

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  11. The Magic OnionsApril 6, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    Yes, magnolias are new to me but I am awed by their braveness.

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  12. janeApril 6, 2009 at 1:51 PM

    What a pretty post. You make me happy! Un beso.

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  13. kristinApril 6, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    oh i do love magnolia trees! and another beautiful poem :)

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  14. AnetApril 6, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    Very pretty! I would love a magnolia tree.

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  15. Shona LeahApril 7, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    I feel the same about my silvermaple in the backyard, isn't it funny how a tree can be so comforting!

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  16. MarinaApril 9, 2009 at 3:30 AM

    I LOVE this! Especially as I did the mother of all impulse buys this week and came home with a Magnolia tree that dear hubby will plant this weekend. They are so lovely, thank you for the wonderful poem (which I may have to steal) and gorgeous photos.

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  17. LeanneApril 13, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    Such amazing huge blooms on bare trees....magnolia's are just stunning aren;t they!

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