The tree on the ledge,
At risk of falling over,
As the ground gives in.

From firmly rooted,
To being on edge – the tree,
Has lived through it all.

The tree grows new roots,
To clutch at the underside –
To counter the fall.

Humans, wont to think
Plants aren’t beings – the tree,
Shows them otherwise.

Attuned to wind, soil,
And water – it knows its place
Just right – warrior.