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...Old Gnarly...(Tanka)
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...Old Gnarly...(Tanka) |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. 
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.  . Standing so forlorn gruff gnarly's broken spirit shows upon his face distant noises faint but clear sound of chain saws drawing near. . |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Nancy....such a fine old gent...with character grown from all those years....sad, the sound of the chain saw coming near. Such a vivid and haunting poem. Love the pic!  |
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arthur Senior Member
since 2001-08-14
Posts 678england |
i do hope not He looks a lot like me love Arthur |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Nance~ Oh boy, would Bill ever love to have those burls to carve ! Old Gnarly is a beaut ! Tell me what the tree is ...~ I 'think' I know ... but don't want to guess~ I'll show it to Bill when I get home this evening~ Love your Tanka ... you're a complete poetic delight~ *Huglets* ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Is this true? Did they cut this tree down? Nancy, this was beautiful, both your words and picture... Please tell us the story... |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
I appreciate everyone's interest in old gnarly. He lives in a Provincial Park about an hours drive from my home. Each time we go there I have to go visit with him. I don't believe they will ever cut him down..they had better not! If I recall it is a very old weeping willow but I will have to confirm that. I will say, he is my most favourite tree in the entire Park. At times I actually think he grins when he sees me coming.  |
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Goldenrose Member Elite
since 2003-05-30
Posts 3665 |
If only we could know his memory?..See what he has seen in the years of his life...enjoyed this write Nancy..long love(and live) old Gnarly... Goldenrose. ''As the deer pants for steams of water, so my soul pants for you O God'' Psalm 42:1 |
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XOx Uriah xOX Senior Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 1403Virginia |
I love this! Thank you for this! The morning glory that blooms so briefly and Old Gnarly that has stood for years...both have the same heart. You and he share that heart also. He grins. ::smiles:: Oh, How he grins! Wonderful write! |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Superb Nance....and I too hope the chainsaw takes a break and gets lost |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
ok gals, here is the plan: we chain ourselves to this'un, stop the saws dead in their tracks shouting: Long live old gnarly! Only the master gardener of the universe should be permitted to end what grows within the likes of such a beauty. LOL...but I'm not kidding! |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
exactly Nancy!, and, what Kacy said, too! |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
What a beautiful tree, Nancy!! Tell him I said so the next time you see Him. I hope and pray they never cut him down. Hugs, Ethel |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Old Gnarly is beautiful! Thank you dear Nancy for honoring him with your words. Hope your thoughts of saws didn't scare him though! Hug him next time and comfort him. He must live! Love and hugs. Margherita |
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kayjay Member Elite
since 2002-06-24
Posts 2015Oregon |
There is something about an aged bu still captivating tree that holds us all. Thanks for sharing this beauty with us. Hugs, Ken Through rubble and trouble and dark of night |
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scorpio Member Ascendant
since 2002-10-02
Posts 5178right...there |
Tinker your gnarly tree has such character. I hope that chainsaw leaves old Gnarly to continue to grow and smile at you. believe in what your heart feels... |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
What character Old Gnarly has. His features are very wooden, but expressive none the less. LOL Awesome tree! I hope they never cut him down, either...definitely no chain saw massacres allowed. Delightful poem, Nancy Hugs, Klassy |
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shirtless Member
since 2006-04-29
Posts 359 |
It looks like a tree that would understand being honoured by your poem. |
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picturegramic Member
since 2006-05-16
Posts 112 |
You made me fall in love with Old Gnarly. An enjoyable read. Thanks for sharing the honor. picturegramic :) |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
oh my...this just breaks my heart...I hope they never cut him down |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Thank you all for your comments on Old Gnarly. I'd like to think he is standing a little prouder tonight after all these wonderful replies. And, yes, I do believe he is smiling as well. Believe me..they will have to get past me to cut old gnarly down!! Thanks again, hugs and luv to you all. |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
I love the name you've given him Nancy, it suits him so well. Enjoyed the words as well as the pic. :-) |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
Yes...I do see a face in there and, O, much wisdom as well. Enjoyed reading your poetry again and your tender sentiments toward the Old Gnarly one. Smiles. -Bob |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
I had to revisit this again...I suppose, due to the lighting, Old Gnarly to me, looks like one of those trees in Lord of the Rings...yanno? Cool, Nancy, and thanks much for the story... and yes, he is smiling...watch it, or he'll pick you up and carry you far far away to the inner world....   |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big angel hugs) Oh Nancy, I certainly hope Old Gnarly really doesn't get cut down, as trees like this are our old-growth siblings! (hugs) I love the picture and your gorgeous words as always, dearest friend, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Nancy, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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Neeraja Senior Member
since 2002-06-22
Posts 812The Netherlands |
Oh I love trees... smile... sweet but sad... Neeraja |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Love this one Nancy. All the replies should be printed out, put into a plastic sleeve and left where people can read and the powers who can decide when this tree will be dropped can read and rethink the project. Is there an entrance with an information place to the park ? Just my thoughts.love the tree and your poem.. martyjo |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I'm so glad you found a way to share his spirit in both form and word... he truly looks as if he holds the wisdom of the ages... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
It pains me to see a tree felled. Trees have feelings too and I can only imagine how terrifying it must be for our arboured friends when they hear the sounds of a chain saw as it draws near...  A poignant post! With love from someone who hugs trees, Linda  |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
So sad that he had to go.... ~sky I hope someday you get the chance to live like you were dying.... |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
I have a feeling Old Gnarly is in no danger with you around Enchantress. Give him a pat for me next time you visit. I love his tanka. |
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Goodknight Member Elite
since 2002-06-15
Posts 2386Ohio, USA |
Nancy - great poem - great pic - loved them both - Paul |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
I think Old Gnarly needs a hug. Next time you pass him Teed, stop and give him a big one from me. Love this. Miss Ya! Hugs!! |
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