redbud

This photo was taken in March. It's a redbud, our state tree, which colors the landscape purple, pink, deep rose, especially in early spring.

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"beneath the redbud" by ananda.tashie

through the blush
of blossom and breeze

through tangle
of spring and transition

through the kiss
of separation

through the breath
of return

i find you there, again,
and discover your hand
while the petals take root
in our hair.