The Tree and the Star

November 4, 2019

I took roots and stood still allowing the world to pass me by Until I looked up one night and saw a shooting star fly by

You were so bright and colorful I'd never seen something so unique I wanted so much for you to stay for your light to be something I could keep

I couldn't believe my eyes when you slowed down for me I thought maybe you'd stay But I could see you wanted to leave

I grabbed hold and held tightly While you thrashed and burned Neither of us gave in Until we'd both been hurt

So I let you go and watched you fly away Deep down I knew I'd never see you again

But you came back And this time I let you be Because you're still a shooting star and I'm still a tree