an apple tree
offered branch for me
a horse, a hide-out,
a place to spy
what neighbors
were doing in
yards nearby
an apple tree
held sweet memory
a visit by grandma
and grandpa to us;
we peeled and we
canned with more
smiles than fuss
an apple tree
is a treasury
even the apples
that fall, my grands
pick up to throw
to the cows, more
than enough for all
an apple tree
grows with family
to plant and prune,
climb and nurture;
to make plans for
sauce and pie
in the future
Thanks to Mish for serving up a “fruity” prompt at dVerse Poets pub this week…
a poem in my pocket 
Sep 24, 2021 @ 15:00:49
We had three apple trees in our yard. My children loved climbing them. 🙂
Sep 24, 2021 @ 17:02:35
They seem to invite climbers! Thanks for stopping by, Ken.
Sep 24, 2021 @ 13:14:06
Oh my heart this is absolutely lovely! I resonate with; “an apple tree grows with family to plant and prune, climb and nurture.”💝💝
Sep 24, 2021 @ 17:01:45
Your comment makes me happy, Sanaa!
Sep 23, 2021 @ 11:48:44
Lynn,
Your grandchildren are beautiful! An apple tree is not just an apple tree, is it? Loved the details in the poem that brought all its treasures to life and point to the future.
pax,
dora
Sep 24, 2021 @ 05:52:58
I thank you for your kind and thoughtful comments, Dora 🙂
Sep 24, 2021 @ 07:25:23
My pleasure, Lynn.
Sep 23, 2021 @ 06:23:36
So so loving and lovely 💘
Well penned, Lynn.
-David
Sep 24, 2021 @ 05:53:44
I appreciate you saying so, David.
Sep 22, 2021 @ 21:08:05
A beautiful heartfelt tribute to the apple tree and a the trees.
Sep 22, 2021 @ 14:37:18
It sounds like the apple tree is a family member.
Sep 22, 2021 @ 19:15:19
We’ve had several in our family.
Sep 22, 2021 @ 13:44:59
Ah, we have so much for which to thank Johnny Appleseed!
Sep 22, 2021 @ 13:46:04
🙂
Sep 22, 2021 @ 12:51:31
This moved me just thinking about how such a simple apple tree can create so many memories. Beautiful grandchildren you have. 🙂
Sep 22, 2021 @ 13:46:43
Thank you, Mish…they’re the apple of my eye!
Sep 22, 2021 @ 10:17:41
This is beautiful and so touching!
Sep 22, 2021 @ 12:43:56
Thanks so much for reading and commenting!
Sep 22, 2021 @ 10:11:12
This is a gorgeous ode to Apple Tree! The photo is enchanting.
Sep 22, 2021 @ 12:45:31
Thanks, Helen! Photo of some of my grands, all siblings 🙂