Shadow

I looked upon the spot where that old tree stood

So many memories of days spent in her shadow return to me

The relief from the cruel sun of summer

The moments of relaxation lying in her shade

The changes as the seasons came and then passed

Green leaves gave way to the colors

The colors disappeared leaving the beauty of the branches behind

Snow and ice took their turns visiting

How the ice would shine

It was as if my tree was covered with diamonds

Then the thaw

The budding

The new leaves

And the shade would once again return

We had many a picnic under that tree

There came a year where the bud did not return

then a second year

But now she's gone

She is no more

Now I am warmed by her

As I rest watching the glow in the fireplace

And the shadow she casts

Contains fond memories