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The spirit of trees

The spirit of trees

She isn't getting younger; her limbs have become too stiff for dancing.
But she stands tall; she fills the firmament.
How I love the spirit...
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She isn't getting younger; her limbs have become too stiff for dancing.
But she stands tall; she fills the firmament.
How I love the spirit of trees!

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