How to Raise a Mango Tree

when it’s young

be there for it

talk to it

touch it

encourage it

ask what it needs

when it’s pale feed it

when it’s sad water it

imagine it grown and happy

with a big smile full of plump fruit

then teach it philanthropy

instill a higher purpose

to help share

give back

drop its gift

into the hands of others

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