Bamboo

Sprouting out upwards towards the tainted sky,
The grassy forest once lasted acres away,
Sunlight settles onto it with ease,
As it is no longer covered in leaves,

Gnawing on both ends,
It continues to stay essential,
Perks up the morning blend,
Immersed with the fog and sprayed droplets,

Artifacts displaying its achievements,
Grass-like appearances that lessen the appease,
The same care and uses as other trees,
And the backbone for many of the species there.

Sarah Shahzad, September 2023