Does a tree know when to stop growing too high
Or does a small voice whisper, “You’re too close to the sky”?
And does that voice whisper to a baby bird,
“You must stop cheeping so your song can be heard”?
Is it the same voice that a child can hear calling
When they’re too close to the edge and near to falling?
And is that the same whisper of conscience we hear
When the voice of temptation draws too near?
For Mother Nature makes use of her many voices
As she teaches us how to make the right choices.
To celebrate National Poetry Month, The Reminder is sharing works from local poets through April. Readers may submit poems of up to 100 words. Publication is not guaranteed. To submit a poem, email [email protected]. Please include your name and home community.
