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November 3, 2014
By Bensiecinski BRONZE, Clarkston, Michigan
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Trees grow like humans
They grow tall and wise
Slow and delicate, like a newborn baby
Strong and beautiful,
Trees provide for others,
Bringing oxygen to your lungs,
Beauty to your eyes,
Paper to schools,
Trees shelter us like parents
They care
They breathe
They are strong
Grounded
Nurturing.

© Allison S., Eau Claire, WI

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