Roots run deep

When you look at a tree what do you see

Bark, branches, and leaves

When you look at me what do you see

Skin, limbs, and hair

You can’t see my roots

My roots run deep
They spread deep and wide

Branches broken, cut and burned
New leaves rise from the ash
Grow strong and stand tall

Bones broken, crushed, and buried
New generations birthed from the earth
Survive and thrive on the hopes and dreams of our ancestors

Root run deep