Shinrin-yoku

the spider's web

tides flow and ebb

time is fair, so be aware

to take the time, breathe in the air

ancient pines stretch towards the sky

take a moment to wonder why

take off the mask, the uniform

it's kindness' task, love will be borne

it's wisdom's song, as forests grow

as time goes on, the less we know

Author's Note

One from writer's group. "Shinrin-yoku" is defined as "forest bathing" or "taking in the forest atmosphere..."

Reviews

[Lorry]

We should all take the time to bathe In the scents of nature and actually remember to breathe, take moments when we can and find the calm in a chaotic life and world.
Superbly written.

[Desert Knave]

A beautiful affirmation here. Well done. ~Jim

[Chris Shaw]

At the mention of pines, I was reminded of the scent in a pine forest. That certainly stirs the senses. Visual and fragrant is this little piece John. Lovely.

Chris

[John the Baptist]

Indeed, time may be fair, but it is also damned fast.

[Betty Hermelee]

This reminds me of our trip down the Amazon River and side trip in the jungle... where one can be alone and feel alone surrounded by so much nature...where you can't even see the sky.... be naked, take it all in...the sounds, the scents, the feel of sweat dripping off your forehead...so much to learn....
Warmly, B