Spotted Tree Frog
By Asha G
Published 26 August 2022
I look up to the canopy,
The branches block the warm bright sun,
Leaves sway slowly and peacefully,
Branches entwine with each other,
I move my eyes a little lower,
There are scars,
Battle scars from the fierce fires,
I place my hand on the rough textured bark,
I close my eyes and listen to nature,
Birds sing to each other,
Frogs croak in the lake,
I fear this sound may slowly disappear,
It is my duty to protect you little one,
And save you from disease.