Dear Maple Leaf-- Remember who loves you.

Dearest Maple Leaf,

Remember dear, remember. Do not forget when the world turns dark and you are grounded. Do not forget when the animals batter you into the earth. Do not forget when the cold wind lifts you to the sky. Do not lose hope when all around is dark. When the world darkens and you drift in the outer space of your own despair, do not lose hope.

There is one place left for you to turn. After you have tried every option, turn back to your first love. Turn back and follow the way you knew when you were first a bud. Turn back and be with Love.

Love pours down on you. It brings life to your veins. It gives you power to breathe and to bless the world in your turn. Do not forget.

Yours Truly,

The Deciduous Hardwood Tree