Standing silently
Tolerating everything
From the mighty wind
To the heavy rain
Not caring about
That harm that we do
By cutting you
Still giving shade
Fruits, vegetables and wood
Protecting the earth
And the sky
Why are you so selfless?
Oh my dear plants and trees
Kavitha Krishnamurthy
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