Wednesday, January 7, 2026

VIOLET'S TREE

 

 Violet’s blue spruce, which we bought this year 

the same time we cut down our Christmas tree

has been planted in the yard and is doing beautifully.


The planting came with its share of celebration and festivity…

as all ten members of our family who were here

had a hand in transplanting Violet’s tree.


All ten people took a turn on the shovel…

which was our ultimate goal… 

and answers that pressing question:

How many family members does it take just to dig one hole!


With every family member participating…

I can say with certainty…

we planted more than just a blue spruce

we planted a family tree.


We have given Violet and her tree the best start…

as all families try to do 

and we pledge to do our best to raise that tree…

and little violet too.


To provide them both with sunlight, air and water..

nurture them through the summer heat and winter snow…

to give them both the care they need…

and enough space in which to grow.


We are happy to have planted in both of them

roots that will extend and solidify…

which will give them the strength and determination they need

to reach up to the sky


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