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VIOLET'S TREE
Violet’s blue spruce, which we bought this year
the same time we cut down our Christmas tree
has been planted in the yard and is doing beautifully.
The planting came with its share of celebration and festivity…
as all ten members of our family who were here
had a hand in transplanting Violet’s tree.
All ten people took a turn on the shovel…
which was our ultimate goal…
and answers that pressing question:
How many family members does it take just to dig one hole!
With every family member participating…
I can say with certainty…
we planted more than just a blue spruce
we planted a family tree.
We have given Violet and her tree the best start…
as all families try to do
and we pledge to do our best to raise that tree…
and little violet too.
To provide them both with sunlight, air and water..
nurture them through the summer heat and winter snow…
to give them both the care they need…
and enough space in which to grow.
We are happy to have planted in both of them
roots that will extend and solidify…
which will give them the strength and determination they need
to reach up to the sky
