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This poem explores the human struggle with letting go of the past and embracing change. Using the metaphor of a tree, the speaker grapples with their fear of vulnerability and the starkness of change, clinging to memories of past happiness and warmth. The poem ultimately encourages a shift in perspective, urging the reader to find strength in shedding the past and trusting in the natural cycle of life, finding beauty in the emptiness and embracing the promise of renewal. Comparable works include Emily Dickinson, Mary Oliver

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