“THE FONDEST WISH FOR A GIVING ROLE.” a poem, based on Shel Silverstein’s “The Giving Tree.” January 4, 2020 (Saturday)

“THE FONDEST WISH FOR A GIVING ROLE.” a poem, based on Shel Silverstein’s “The Giving Tree.” January 4, 2020 (Saturday)

I don’t wantTo, (pause)
Be “TheBoy;” (pause)
I really want toBe,

The one who gives and shows kind love; that is: The Giving Tree,

But Something hits me pretty hard, and TheBoy then I become,
And I get mad and feel so weak andThen I’m just a bum,

Who takes advantage of the kindnesses of GoodTrees in my town,
And[Also]Overseas there are many trees; as aBoy I wear a frown,
Because I see myself AsTheBoy exploiting lovely trees;
They’re so lovely in kindSacrifice; I beg The Heavens, please:

Whatever it takes. Please let me give and lovingly do.

I’m sure The Boy role must be played, but I wish to give to YOU,
What I can “for others, Lord,” forI’m des perate to feel,
That I am notJustA BIGtaker,
Feeling like a heel.

Please, Dear Lord, if you can hear,
Yes, I’veWishedIwasNeverBorn,
But honestly, my fondest wish is that you might adorn,
MEwith TheRole ofTree, (pause) although sometimes I might take,
But PLEASEletMEgive muchMUCHmore;

FromMe CanAtreeYouMake?

fin ♥