The Roots of Persistence Run Deep
Posted on September 17, 2007
The small bur oak you see pictured to the right has taught me much about persistence. Several years ago, in an impetuous move, I chopped-down the young tree to the ground to make way for a trampoline. The tree grew-up under it and once again I cut it to the ground. A third time it shot back up and now stands approximately four feet tall. I am humbled by this tree that has roots that run deep.
In admiration of this noble wood, I defer to this tenacious brother of green and re-arrange my backyard to accommodate his majesty. How ironic that it will before too long provide magnificent shade to our house from the beating westward sun. Is it justice for one who has taken such abuse from its owner to then grow and provide cool refreshing shade? I think not, but then it has won my respect and I will instill care to trim and water this young tree for it to became a marvelous tent for many to enjoy. In due time justice will be served as it will most likely out live me by many a day.
What kind of deep grounding have I cultivated to survive being cut down to the ground? Do I have a tap root that runs deep? The seasons of life can throw amazing torrential storms and even direct blows in one’s life. These events test the mettle and might that is deeper than that on the surface level. What lies below is much greater than that seen with the naked eye.
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Fantastically inspiring post! Thanks so much!
Jeanne Dininni
Jeanne, Thanks for your kind words. It was one of those posts mulling around in the back of my brain for weeks. Finally got around to taking a picture and doing the write-up. Sometimes those are the best ones as the thoughts have been in formation for some time. Very glad it struck a chord with you.
Phil,
I understand exactly what you mean. So often, an idea needs to “incubate” before it’s ready to be expressed. Thank you for completing the “process” and sharing it!
Jeanne
Jeanne,
You are more than welcome. Your comment on incubation is very timely for me today. Thanks.
Phil