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The Lesson of the Tree

by Rev. Aaron R. Payson

They asked, "If a tree should fall in the woods and one is not there, does it make a sound?"

And the answer came, "If a tree should fall and no one is there, listen for the cry of mourning birds who grieve the loss of their nests.  They know where the tree lies.  They call you to companion them as they search for a place to rest.  Listen then, for the mourning birds."

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