SubmittedOctober 29, 2012

One of Central High School's English teachers loved the poem, "I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree." Over the years, I have come to love trees and the one in my front yard is definitely my favorite. The tree has held swings for my grandchildren and its' leaves have provided fun for them since they were toddlers. Its splendid autumn leaves are so awesome. I've been enjoying the tree's beauty since 1984!...

Jeffry Lynne Hawk
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One of Central High School's English teachers loved the poem, "I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree." Over the years, I have come to love trees and the one in my front yard is definitely my favorite. The tree has held swings for my grandchildren and its' leaves have provided fun for them since they were toddlers. Its splendid autumn leaves are so awesome. I've been enjoying the tree's beauty since 1984!

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