Nature vs. Nurture

[A poem by Mr. T.S.S. Murty titled ‘Nature vs. Nurture’.]

The distance between two points is measurement –
In both directions; But what of displacement?

It is so natural for a seed
It requires the elemental feed;
The earth, water, sunlight and warmth
To absorb each one to show its growth.

Firstly, it starts sprouting
The initial fascination starts touting;
The beginning of the newborn admiration
The beginning of the bond and adulation.

Secondly, it grows into a lovely plant
It develops the bond, so flamboyant;
The expectations and aspirations multiply
As the plant grows, they unwaveringly fly.

Thirdly, it takes years to grow into a tree
It endures every season and offers for free –
Its roots, trunk, branches, leaves, flowers and fruits
All start contributing to the natural truths.

Yet, so susceptible a tree, to uproot, break, cut or destroy,
A flood, a cyclone, a blade – anything is a ploy;
So it is for trust, that takes so long to build,
Anything can kill it – a word, an idea, a mind!

While the distance remains to be the same,
Should one be watchful of the displacement’s game?