The dead tree.

I have walked past the tree in my front yard numerous times
Never stopped and wondered why the flowers fall
though it’s full of life
I thought it’s the nature of all living beings to let go of things when it’s still alive

Years passed, flowers fell off so did the leaves
and finally, the tree died
but what amazed me here is, the earth still refuses to let go of the roots
even after knowing there is no point in holding on to it

Just like me, holding on to our memories
refusing to let go
afraid to see you fall from me if I do so.
-CHIRANJEEVI