Veins beneath the moss

Organic foundations spread

Stay true to your roots

we spoke of ourselves

to each other and listened

as the forest breathed

Roots tug at my feet

Mud squish-squashes between toes

Birds sing "Take time. Watch."

Quietly stepping

Through moist shadowy branches

Peaceful forest path

Scents of leaves and mud,

Escort the branch broken path,

By the clear calm stream.

Soft loam under foot

Trillium, clover...

Sweet green shadow thoughts

Sturdy and ancient,

I breathe in recycled air,

Mother Nature's here.

Follow the worn path,

Let nature embrace and heal,

Your inner being.

we run through the trees

screaming, listening, and running

leaves holding secrets

Auburn leaves on trees

Crisp air dances within me

As I breathe in fall