The maple trees stand tall
deeply rooted
in the welcoming earth
their fall leaves fluttering
in the swirling wind
like butterflies
taking their first flight
in a celebration
of movement and color
The creek ambles lightly
over rocks
as it glides
through the friendly forest
Bringing life-giving water
from the mountains
to sustain
All beings
Living in the canyon
Happily harmonizing
By just being itself
Above that earth surface splendor
Pearly white puffy clouds waltz
With the sapphire blue sky.
To transform
Nature’s healing visions
Into the way
Of your own being
Take a serene stroll
Down a peaceful nature trail
Focusing softly on nature’s poetic patterns
Over time
Your egoic self
fades away
Replaced by an enlightenment
Dedicated
To enhancing
The wellbeing of others
Through
Selfless service
Joyful giving
Lovingkindness
The way life should be