A Frozen Forest Night

So soft and bright stars shine above;

My senses open to the wonder.

With gratitude and peace and love,

A fire burns within.

The night is frigid, the forest frozen; my nose is nearly numb. But even now, I see the beauty. I hear it, I breathe it, I Feel it within me. There is love and peace everywhere, and I feel safe in this quiet darkness.

The horizon gives a soft glow. The sky is wide and filled with stars; pine needles in whorls are silhouetted against their light.

Forest, snow, and Earth below. This is where I need to be. I breathe deeply and send out my thanks.

May everyone see the beauty and feel the love...