Many a tree is found in the wood,
And every tree for its use is good;
Some for the strength of the gnarled root,
Some for the sweetness of flower or fruit;
Some for shelter against the storm.
And some to keep the hearthstone warm.
Some for the roof and some for the beam,
And some for a boat to breast the storm;
In the wealth of the wood since the world began 
The trees have offered their gifts to man.

--- Henry Van Dyke