Grounded in earth. Roots deeply embedded. Lifetimes of history, karma. Stable, strong , constant. Weathered, textured. Branches grow wildly outstretched to meet the Sun. Bearing leaves, flowers and fruit. In a storm they sway, merge, flexible, bend. Feeling the water, wind. Remain detached, supportive. Standing in truth, alone yet in harmony. Seed is pure. Seed…