Shake the family tree,
Gather fallen autumn leaves,
Reflect how this array of brilliant
and subdued harvest hues
blends generations of
God's deciduous collection.
Shake the family tree,
Sleep under snow-laden branches,
Reflect how Mother Earth
protects strong roots
anchored safely within her womb.
Shake the family tree,
Awaken in spring rebirth,
Reflect how new life
bursts forth on eager limbs
that witness of eternal life.
Shake the family tree,
Soak up summer sunshine
filtered through lush leaves
of generations yet to be.
Shake the family tree -
See heritage of Cherokee
Great-grandmother O'ce
Reflected now - in me.
