nature – Picking Up Roots

The Calm Before

a dark blanket 
of calm
covers the world,

Nature is silent,
there is no birdsong,
no wind
rustling through the trees

what sound there is -
what light -
is artificial,

a storm is coming

Natural Light

Nature's light shows
dim the glow
of fireworks;

they shine brighter
than any man-made light;

we can't help
but try to compete -
we are wired to win -

why not sit back
and enjoy the show

June Rain

cleansing burst of rain
saltless tears, different pain -
         Nature's soul empties