Taking Refuge in Nature

Nature is beautiful … nature is bountiful

Nature is silent … nature is loud and unpredictable

Nature is destructive often bringing with it death and suffering

Nature shows no remorse nor does it apologize

Nature is patient and endures all things

Nature does not complain

Nature does not blame nor tell anyone what to do or say

Nature is resilient, always renewing itself

Nature is serene and peaceful

Its hills, valleys, lakes and rivers are a source of solace

A safe harbor for the mind, body and heart to rest.