Down That Wooded Path

There are times when the spirit just needs a decent rest;
the grinding of a city’s wheel upon the soul, leaves
dusty debris in its wake.  Peace of mind seems elusive 
at that point.  I seek the solace that is nature.

nature has her way
of soothing the soul
serenity trails

Just one tranquil hike along the lakeshore, listening to the
birds upon the boughs, the trickle of traveling waters and
harmonic bliss has reduced the blare of horns to sweet music.

a croaking frog 
sits by the lake
wildflowers

Night sounds sing me to sleep beneath crystalline stars;
a shimmering sky overhead plays out its night scenes across the
stage of the dreamtime.  Nature’s children are safe in their slumber; nocturnal ramblings build their memories.

oak and ash
are safe havens
hardwood homes

Peace is every single step when you are in harmony with Gaia.  Down that wooded path lay the passionate play of Elysian existence.  I come here to find me.



3-11-2020
STRAND CHOICE C,any form,any theme Poetry Contest
Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Wolf Avatar
March 16, 2020 at 9:54 PM
Yes. Yes. YES!... So resonant. Love "I come here to find me." … For me, it's (almost) any body of water. Seems to restore me to equilibrium. I think it's related to the fact that we ourselves are mostly water and so is Earth. Thanks for the break from 'civilization!!' Smiles, Gershon
Kiser Avatar
March 16, 2020 at 10:13 PM
You are so welcome, we need a good break from civilization these days. Thanks so much.
Bayles Avatar
March 13, 2020 at 3:22 PM
Very nice. I enjoy poems that help us appreciate nature.
Kiser Avatar
March 13, 2020 at 7:23 PM
I love nature, thanks so much.
Cholt Avatar
March 11, 2020 at 1:35 PM
It's so true, the exhausted soul finds great peace and solace when immersed in nature. Best wishes for the contest.
Kiser Avatar
March 11, 2020 at 3:05 PM
Thank you.
Smith Avatar
March 11, 2020 at 11:00 AM
Love the form, well done M.L., best wishes...
Kiser Avatar
March 11, 2020 at 3:04 PM
Thank you.
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