tree have roots
covered but work
magic to its survival -
they soak up graces
from sky to wave in
triumph in the wind

the head have roots
shrouded in the wind
that soak up ideas
emanating from all over
the universe - a tall
intelligence that spreads
its roots into men's
intelligence, conscience
and bind them to each other

john tiong chunghoo

http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/mind-has-roots/