Cheer Up, Little Sapling

Little Sapling

Cheer up, little sapling
You sway sadly today
And stretch out your arms
Wishing for birds
To visit your boughs

Rest assured, little sapling
Those flying above
Will come to us all
When we are ready for them
But you’re not there yet

Take heart, little sapling
Your branches are growing
And they will be strong
Your leaves are sprouting
And they will be lush

Be patient, little sapling
Your blossom years will come
And they will be beautiful
Your fruits will grow soon
And they will be sweet

Be in love, little sapling
In love with the sun that shines on your leaves
In love with the rain trickling over your bark
In love with the Earth that cradles your roots
In love with the life that is making you