Walking along the trail, the trees teach me
about having no particular place to be.
A peaceful disposition to have, I thought.
“We’re not going anywhere.”, they seemed to say.
“But we have many things to do
today in a grateful forest.”
"Even in stillness, there is purpose." Very true.
It reminds us that peace and purpose may found in places that we don't think to look.
Marla
Of course trees have a lot more time than we do Mike.
Nicely written and well considered
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the piece Rolph - much appreciated!
Wed 12th Mar 2025 16:49
Hello Mike,
There’s such gentle wisdom in the way you capture the quiet presence of trees and their way of being. The way you listen to nature and hear its lessons about simply existing without rushing feels both calming and profound. It’s beautiful how you show that even in stillness, there is purpose — “many things to do in a grateful forest” — reminding us that life doesn't have to be hurried to be meaningful. Your lines reflect a deep connection to nature and an ability to find peace and purpose in the present moment, which is something so many of us need to be reminded of. I really like your lines!
Regards,
Rolph
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Mike McPeek
Fri 14th Mar 2025 13:53
Thank you Graham & Marla for sharing your thoughts on this - very much appreciated!