Barefoot

As I start to lose my balance

I recognize what it takes to restore it

Serenity, peace, and tranquility

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I walk into the vibrant gardens

That leads me to an elm tree forest

I listen, breathing my quiet and shallow breaths; scared

As if the trees would hear my anxieties plea

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As I travelled deeper into the cluster of tall trees

I release, a sigh of relief

No people; lucky me

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Gently slipping off my footwear

I plant the balls of my feet into the humid grass

A rush of calm travels through my body

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I start to dance ever so elegantly with Mother Earth

To take some space for me

I say to myself, this is what you need

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To burn my souls flame brighter

Align my roots

Reconnect with my vision, passion, sanity

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I sit and reflect on the troubles, trials and tribulations of my life

I remember, I’ve grown so much

I remember, it really is not that bad

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I give my gratitude to the powers that be

I thank Mother Earth for housing me

Keeping me grounded and in serenity