Poem - My Church of the Woods
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Walking into a Forest Alone
Footsteps Softened by Nature's Carpet
Moss Cushioning the Earth
Towering Cathedral of Trees
Where Twigs Snap
And Leaves Rustle
Beetles and Berries
Vines Intertwine
And Violets Surprise
Ferns and Fungi
Sweet Earthy Smells Permeating the Air
Where Squirrels are Chattering
And Chipmunks are Scattering
Symphonic Notes
Orchestrated by Frogs
Crickets
And Grasshoppers
Join Sweet Melodies of Birds
Singing Solo
Occasionally Providing a Forested Choir of Songs
Pleasant to the Ears
A Sudden Fluttering of Wings
As Avian Pilots Skim the Air
Shafts of Sunlight
Slicing through the Foliage
Illuminating their Colorful Vestments
Wooded Pathways
Teaming with Life
Fireflies Flickering their Lights
Being Watched by Eyes Unseen
Mesmerized by Fantasies of Fairies
Dancing around Night-Time Bonfires
With Wood Nymphs
And Toadstools
Feeling Small
Feeling Happy
Feeling Solitude
Feeling Peace
Alone and Yet...
One with the Universe
My Church of the Woods
Do you feel closer to your Creator in a man-made setting or out in nature?
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Hi Candie,
Sadly, I'm not. When I was growing up as a child in Wisconsin, we had a woods across the road from us. Choosing between the fields or the woods...the woods was always more of a lure, playground, discovery place, etc. Climbing trees was a constant. The clean and fragrant air and little critters who inhabited the place as well as the things that grew there........ah..........lovely memories!
I tried to capture some of this with my free flowing thoughts. The photo is one I took of Muir Woods in California.
Always look forward to seeing your comments. Thanks!
Thanks for taking me there ... not just a natural but almost a spiritual journey, it seems. My parents used to drag us hiking when we were kids (we hated it!), and these days, I long for the lonely paths of forests -- they let you clear your lungs, your head, and your heart.
Hi Zollstock,
Yes, My Church of the Woods does definitely have a spiritual component for me. I feel closer to God in one of His woods or forests or other natural spots than any man-made church, beautiful as they might be.
You said it so beautifully with your last sentence. Thanks!
Beautifully spoken. I too have been to Muir Woods in California and it is not just a church in the woods but a magnificent cathedral and truly inspiring.
Such a marvellous naturalistic poem! God can be discerned thru His creations and thru His majestic craftiness... Thanks dear...
Hello loveroflife,
Muir Woods is definitely cathedral-like and wonderful to see. Happy for you that you have gotten to enjoy its beauty. Thanks for the comment.
Hi shamelabboush,
I totally agree with you. I always feel closer to God when I am in His natural creations. Guess that is one reason that I am drawn to visiting so many national parks, etc.
From your comment, you must feel the same. Thanks!
I once travelled alone for three days just to be alone in nature! Who doesn't love it? To be amidst wonderful nature and creatures, to nap under a tree, to walk in the woods alone while writing a poem! Unbelievable.
Sounds heavenly, shamelabboush, and no pun intended since I titled this My Church of the Woods. I feel sorry for city folks who have never experienced Nature in all its glory.
It is good for the soul! Thanks for the additional comment.
I can tell you love nature a lot. That's great. I'm from the heart of Africa, we get a lot of nature here. Good poem.
Hello fierycj,
Guess my love of nature is obvious. Africa is beautiful from what I have seen in articles, photos, shows, etc. Do you live near any of Africa's National Parks?
Thanks for commenting.
Beautifully written!
Thanks M-Ocean!
Lovely hub :) thanks a lot Peggy ...
Hi Kiran,
Thanks for reading My Church of the Woods and commenting. Always good to see you here.
Peggy W
What a wonderful poem!
It is a beautiful thing to be able to feel the Presence of God within the beauty of His handiwork in all the natural wonders He has created.
Thank You
Blessings
Hello DeBorrah K. Ogans,
Your comment said it all. Thanks!
Candie V says:
4 months ago
I never get tired of being in the woods.. and I'm surrounded by them!