Silviculture for the Soul
Some time ago, on a point of land that juts into the vast blue horizon of Lake Superior’s south shore, I gathered with my neighbors to discuss the idea of saving an 80 acre piece of land that was being … Continued
Beyond Seeing
Before most of the world awakes There is life Stirring Against the backdrop of quiet rain The sounds of early light Vibrate boldly I awake to this invitation to pause A silver shroud of clouds and fog Obscure the … Continued
Wind in the trees
“The essence of all beautiful art, all great art is gratitude.” Friedrich Nietzsche The wind began in the middle of the night. Sometime in the darkness the crescendo began unnoticed by me. When my consciousness stirred, I listened and … Continued
Solstice 2017
No rush, midnight, Mid-year, mid-light, shadow free Strings of celestial harmony sing Slowly, bow drawn with intention Hush – don’t turn away or distract the heart An invitation to pause, listen, wait A flame burns now, once a flicker … Continued
Virginia’s Dream
(Note: This poem is written in honor of Virginia, who was a victim of torture and sex trafficking in Mexico and who by her own clever intelligence and un-failing courage, faith and hope, escaped and was able to take her … Continued