My heart aches for Texas and those affected by Hurricane Harvey, especially those I know and love. I feel so helpless, and wish I knew the right words to bring comfort and hope. I am so inspired and proud of the strength of my fellow Texans. I shared this poem with a friend of mine and I hope it gives comfort and strength to those who need to find strength during this difficult time. 📷 houstonchron . . The Oak Tree by Johnny Ray Ryder Jr A mighty wind blew night and day It stole the oak tree's leaves away Then snapped its boughs and pulled its bark Until the oak was tired and stark But still the oak tree held its ground While other trees fell all around The weary wind gave up and spoke. How can you still be standing Oak? The oak tree said, I know that you Can break each branch of mine in two Carry every leaf away Shake my limbs, and make me sway But I have roots stretched in the earth Growing stronger since my birth You'll never touch them, for you see They are the deepest part o...