Tiny baby tree,
No higher than a fairy’s knee,
What do you see
In that pool of black tea?
Starting out small,
That’s true for me and for all!
Good luck to you,
And to all the other tinies, too.
Copyright 2014 Brenda Davis Harsham
22 thoughts on “Tiny Tree”
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Friendly Fairy Tales 
Beautiful:)
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Thanks!
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Lovely. The contrast of the red leaves with the black water is wonderful and your poem is a delight.
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Thank you! You say the nicest things! I’m glad my photo appeals to you artistic eye. Hugs, Brenda
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This Is great Brenda. I just love it. Hugs, Barbara
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Barbara, Thank you!! What lovely words to buoy me up on a cold morning after a night of coughing. I hope my head stops hurting soon. I hope you are well, Brenda
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Lovely. And I loved the photo that went with it. Very fitting.
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Thanks, I found that tiny tree in an unexpected place, so peaceful amidst tumult. Rather like a small child. 🙂
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perfect! and i am drawn to all things tiny.
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Ah, to find someone who understands one’s soul is a nurturing and sustaining thing.
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so moving and well written! ❤
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Thanks! I do love the wee folk! 🙂
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I love that tiny baby!! 🙂 Good luck little one! 🙂 ❤
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Isn’t he too sweet? I had to write about him, so sturdy and self-confident, just like a toddler.
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Yes! 🙂 Super super sweeet!! 🙂
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😀 You make me smile.
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🙂 ❤
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❤ 🙂
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“…no higher than a fairy’s knee. Wonderful poem.
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Thanks! 🙂 It took much revision. I was trying to get the short/long rhythm right. 🙂
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wow – this is such deep and beautiful poem!
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Thanks! What a lovely thing to say. 🙂
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