Barren branches, skyward stretched
Cold wind threading sunlight
Reaching to heaven longingly;
Ever yearning, missing me
Trembling joy, a bird alights
Heart's lament when they part
Intermittent delight, a fool's folly
Quiet emptiness, their delight?
Standing firm
Where's my light
Steady feet, planted deep
What is this, my love to keep
Barren branches, await the spring
Love through my roots carries me