The Fairy Tree

How's about a bit of folklore?

Alone it stood in midst of field
legend goes, since days of yore,
a hawthorne tree, where fairies,
dance in symphony,
according to local folklore

But there came a day, sad to say
the old Squire passed away,
and with his demise,
town council's advise,
the tree must be go, it's in the way

As John DeLorean had factory plans
to build upon the land,
but against such folly, O' by golly
in life, the Squire had fought,
to stall and scupper his master plan

The wheels of industry plundered on
as is oft the case,
and heavy plant, did supplant
the airy fairy's hawthorne tree,
despatched without trace

But what Mr DeLorean didn't know
unlike the Squire himself,
bad luck for life, trouble and strife
to uproot the Fairy's sacred tree,
and so they summoned up a vengeful elf

Who cast a nasty spell upon tycoon and car
their future it went back,
no hurry in Dunmurry, ten years passed
before production, soon bankruptcy
and later arrest for trafficking 'crack'

So, if e'er you come across the hawthorne
be mindful of its aura,
cut yourself a stick, careful, don't get a prick
then please, leave well alone,
for it is sacrosanct and sacred to fauna and flora!

http://www.yourirish.com/folklore/irish-fairy-trees

Author's Note

Take a look at the link to get the full picture..

Reviews

[Mariej]

I have loved fairy stories from childhood and this one is not an exception to the rule. A charming story penned with wit and humour, very visual, it imparts to the reader to respect the fairy fold, not to interfere with them in any way or else, as depicted in the poem, back luck will follow for many years to come. Lovely flow to the poem, smooth and even. I love this poem very much, it is truly delightful, with a moral for the reader too. Thank you for sharing, Tom...

[Tom]

Yes Marie indeed, hard to beat a faiytale and especially one from home soil, thanks my friend!

[Mariej]

I agree 110%, Tom. A good fairytale cannot be beaten especially our Irish ones which are legendary. Wondering if you ever heard 'The Banshee', Tom. I did once, back in 1986, but I can't write about it, I have found no way to describe 'her' singing, well I will call it singing for want of a better word. Most welcome always, dear Tom...

[Tom]

Haven't heard it myself Marie but know well of her legendary, haunting caterwaul shriek at the dead of night, in fact I've a poem somewhere describing the banshee

[Mariej]

Oooohhhh! I will look for the poem later, Tom. I have to read it! Thank you for sharing...

[andrew mitchell]

Has an old worldly charm this poem like a Lewis Carroll story. Nice work.

[Tom]

Thanks for a wonderful comment Andrew!

[Cherrie Palmer]

My PawPa Frank- full name Marion Francis Malone. Loved to tell stories of the little people. I guess I picked up that torch as well.
Loved this poem.

[Tom]

A much belated thanks to you Cherrie!!

[Divyani]

Often the customary ways are inculcated in a civilisation to preserve the nature, however in this fast pace world we have forgotten to pay allegiance to the old wisdoms. This poem paints a beautiful picture and I really like it's style of retelling of a folklore.

[Tom]

Thank you for your visit and thoughful review of my fairytale poem!!

[Chris Shaw]

As I have a real affinity with trees and hate any being cut down if they are healthy, I couldn’t help but smile at the outcome of this folklore:) Money isn’t everything is it? So nicely narrated Tom. Thank you.

[Tom]

Indeed so Chris, we both sing from the same hymn page, thanks again for you visit & thoughtful review!

[Zoe Richardson]

That's a great deal more interesting than poor financial skills and total lack of business acumen. Tell me...do you think the fairies could build a time machine out of a hawthorn tree? I'd pay good money to see that! Your poem is so clever and witty, and a warning to all. Well done!

[Tom]

Many thanks for your visit and thoughtful review!

[Neville]

Another one of yours revisited mate.. ya can beat an egg.. and a carpet... and around the bush.. but ya can't beat a bit o folklore can ya..... Neville

[Tom]

Indeed, indeed Neville, thank you 🤗

[Moonie]

This sounds quite playful! I love the rhymes that you have used, which have lent the poem a very musical quality! Good work!

[Tom]

Thank you my friend!

[barleygirl]

This is delightful playfulness combined with the most satisfying revenge. Good job with the rhyme & rhythm, reminiscent of limerick in spots, playful sounds thru-out to match your tongue-in-cheek message. I'm always celebrating when nature wins out . . . we humans think we are in control, but she can smash us at any time! *smile* Fondly, Margie

[Tom]

Thank you my dear friend, and happy Xmas!

[barleygirl]

Here's wishing you & your loved ones a very delicious Christmas season (((HUGS)))