Embraced Solitude

Hiking through a Forest

 

strolling through the Forest,

to quiet my soul, and

digest rampaging thoughts and emotions

racing through the everyday.

I needed to slow down,

to witness peace.

 

nature enveloped me,

reminding me of the inherent beauty

one finds in the world when looking.

 

a squirrel gathering and eating,

preparing in Fall,

harvesting nuts for Winter hard on his heels.

 

innocent fawn wanders

looking for water to quench its thirst,

before childhood gallivanting resumes.

it travels slowly, at first unsure of the world

around, but grows bolder by the sight

of Mother – a protective presence.

 

farther

flowers reach for the sky,

spreading in full bloom -

crimson, bright yellow, royal blue, lavender

to dazzle the eye,

more combinations than can be counted.

 

above it all

stretching high -

towering trees,

soaring with pride,

providing protection, shelter, and food

for the creatures lying within.

 

Peace. Strength. Renewal.

Its simplicity refreshes for the road ahead.

Reviews

[Babbette Francis]

I have walking trails in the back of my house. Its so beautiful back there. I love nature and could feel the peace you speak of in your poetry. Beautiful.