Tree of Tears (Poem)

A colossus approaches the turbulent world.

A marble really, in a universe's spectrum,

and perches himself upon the world's open-jawed mouth.

Steadily, as an artist would trace his favorite body-curve-line

this giant uproots from rocky soil an enormous banyan tree -

its roots still quivering from the unjust blow,

and branches spilling clay-red tears. 

Gulls, terns and albatross flap confused amongst its branch-like veins,

seeking refuge for which they are vanguard... 

Then gently from its concrete and mortar foundation

this behemoth unlatches a city section

from its rigid lines and unflinching geometry,

when vexed vapor suddenly sprays its eye,

blinding him momentarily,

allowing for a deafening roar...

While unnoticed and small,

sparrows collect

the tree's tears, now aloe,

And slipping from their backs and earth-brown feathers 

– onto the colussus' eyes,

these tears sooth a giant's pain.