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Oak Tree

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Oak Tree

Jan 7
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Oak Tree

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The bedroom window frames the backyard. Blue sky, green grass, old oak tree. Once, a tire swing dangled from its strongest branch. I cannot think of the right words. Once, a boy scaled its wide trunk. I cannot express the whirl of emotions. Once, a family held a picnic under its canopy.

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