My scarred, hale trunk stands,
welcomes weary wanderers;
grounded through seasons
witness; keeper of stories
each ring sings a world.
Oak — The Stabilizer
birthday between June 10 – July 7
Those born under the Celtic tree astrology sign of the Oak have a special gift of strength. They are protective people and often become a champion for those who do not have a voice. In other words, the Oak is the crusader and the spokesperson for the underdog. Nurturing, generous and helpful, you are a gentle giant among the Celtic zodiac signs. You exude an easy confidence and naturally assume everything will work out to a positive outcome. You have a deep respect for history and ancestry. You love to impart your knowledge of the past to others. Oak signs have a need for structure and will often go to great lengths to gain the feeling of control in their lives. Healthy Oak signs live long, full, and happy lives. They enjoy large family settings and are likely to be involved with large social and community networks. Oak signs pair off well with the Ash, Reed, and Ivy signs.
Bonus poem I wrote last year about (all) trees for the Poetry Postcard Festival 2022 found here.
Colleen Chesebro is the host of Tanka Tuesday. Colleen says:
🌳 This week’s challenge is to find out what type of tree you are based on Celtic Tree Astrology! Find your tree sign HERE. 🌳
🌳 Then write a syllabic poem that incorporates your tree into the syllabic poem.
Tao Talk 
Awesome, Lisa! Love the last line.
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This is such a fun challenge. Lovely poem Lisa. 💖
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Marje, thank you so much :) Yes it is a fun challenge. Can’t wait to read what tree spirits everyone else gets.
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Beautiful ❤️
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Thanks much, Paula :)
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Beautiful and succinct poem.
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Sadje, thank you <3
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You’re most welcome
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This is so nice! :-) Oak trees are so strong!
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Carol Anne, I grew up around mighty oaks so no surprise they are my spirit tree :)
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We are surrounded by Oaks…love them.
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Max, I really like the idea of you being surrounded by oaks. They are great protective spirits.
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Beautifully done, Lisa.
I have just found out I’m an alder and must say it fits :)
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Oooh, did you write for Tanka Tuesday?? If not I’ll go check out your tree :)
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No, I did not. But I did have to go see what mine was :) Weird… not too many match with it…
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I just read yours and yes I see that it matches with you well.
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It does, doesn’t it? :)
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Maybe I should write one… try my hand and all that.
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Yes, please do. I know you’ll write a good one.
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Ye of much faith. I am tempted, however so…
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Lisa, such a lovely tanka! And an oak is almost mythical imo. Lucky sign!
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Luanne, I like the way you regard oak trees. Thank you for your lovely comment.
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You are welcome!
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Lovely poem, oak resembles strength, your poem is perfect.
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Thank you, Elizabeth :)
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This is so lovely, Lisa. I can see the oak characteristics in your poetry. You are an amazing oak!
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Colleen, I consider that a high compliment. Thank you <3
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You’re so welcome. I mean it too.
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<3
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Always keep your wisdom and strength!
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Thank you, Jules <3 I will try.
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💖
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Loved it 💕
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Thank you, Ritish!
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Love the mighty oak and love that beautiful last line Lisa 🌳
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<3 :)
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