Laying next to a deeply furrowed, massive trunk The earthy scent of bark beckons my fingers to caress Marveling at the cloudless sky through a canopy of outstretched branches I listen to the drowsy leaves whisper ancient secrets
Hidden beneath the dark rich soil, her deep roots embrace Gaia Entrenched in what sustains her A gentle reminder to stand tall in a raging storm To sway in unison with the wind while reaching for the endless sky
I inhale deeply from the wealth of her life-sustaining breath Arms open wide; she eagerly receives what I can no longer use A primordial exchange The rhythm of our breathing an exquisite dance
Her gnarled and veined hands reach out Lending me quiet strength while listening with care In the still silence of our tender communication she softly murmurs Death is part of life; I must prepare
Come autumn, I will don my most brilliant cloak Dazzling yellows and vivid reds that stir the soul Like feathers falling, it will drop softly; pooling at my feet With poise and dignity I will remain unveiled until spring
With a mother’s loving arms, she beckons in silent invitation Resting in the crook of a strong limb, her branches enfold me Sleep comes easy, knowing that through the night I am dancing with trees
Curiositrees If you love trees as much as I do, you'll enjoy having a deck of Curiositrees, a 52-card meditation deck of tree faced photos and messages that provide insight. We are proud to carry them at HolEssence.
As so eloquently spoken by The Trees of Endor in J.R.R. Tolkien’s book, Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, "Trees purify the air; they also purify the mind . . . if you want to save your world, you must save the trees.”
