The Tree That Walked Away

The tree looks similar to the one in my backyard, but is small and has leaves of a different color. My knowledge of Botany does not help. I’ve not seen this species before.

“Wait”, I stop in my tracks at the familiar rustling sound.

“I broke away from my roots and walked here in search of a new identity. The sunk roots held me for too long. But I always knew I’m different and need a different environment to grow.”

“Are you happy?”

“Yeah… there’s nothing to hold me back. I’m free to grow new roots, leaves, flowers – without being made to feel guilty about it.”