The Tree

I sowed a seed and
Waited long.
I cared for it well,
It came out very strong.

From a delicate plant
To a sturdy tree
The growth was great
It made me free.

Flowers and fruits
It bore many.
I couldn't sell them
Just for money.

Birds sat on it
Singing happy songs.
Bees buzzed around it
All day long.

I beamed with pride
Looking at it.
It made me happy
Whenever I sat under its shade.

One day I found that
It stood on an encroached land.
And I had to abandon it
With a heavy heart.