as the ice melts away and the branches
start to freely breathe
the earth awakens
as the bulbs break through the dirt and
water slowly trickles
the earth awakens
feet grip the stirring ground
eyes spy the growing tulips
faces embrace the energy of the wind
and the rain washes away the stale
winter mood
walk amongst the trees as the weeping
willow waves
signs of Spring awaken
walk along the river and she flows with
human pace
signs of Spring awaken
hibernation goes to rest
trees yawn and stretch out buds of
freshness
lakes start to sway and wade and splash
and the sun stays awake long enough to
greet the moon
it's the time of year to shed stagnant
skin
to break the shell of frozen
consciousness
to un-mask stunning beauty
to reveal
as the season transforms and the birds
start to sing
our sleepy souls awaken
as the light returns and we inhale
gratefulness
our sleepy souls awaken
may we plant seeds of gentle kindness
in our inner soil
sprout seedlings of peace that grow
leaves of acceptance
grow deep roots of strength with
kindred tenderness
let the petals of universal rebirth
blossom
and flourish in the widespread color
that is sown
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| Rebirth photo by: Charity Huot Benedict |
