In the Woods

A poem of gratitude for our connection with trees. Also, an experiment with a video reading.

Silence hums,
in the woods.
Ancient giants 
stretch their limbs,  
reaching skyward;
each leaf a tiny sail,  
catching whispers of sunlight,  
golden threads weaving 
through emerald canopies.

I stand beneath,  
a slight shadow among trunks,  
the weight of my existence  
light as a feather,  
yet profoundly rooted,  
vital in its own way.

An orchestra of life unfolds,  
where branches share
silent conversations 
that pulse
through hidden veins,  
a fungal tapestry of connection,  
binding us,  
echoing through trunk-sheaths,  
a reminder of unity,  
a dance of mutual grace.

In moments of stillness,  
I find strength;
the embrace of roughened bark,  
the soft rustle of leaves,  
a lullaby against chaos,   
offering solace,  
a sanctuary carved from time.

Here, in this sacred space,  
I am both lost and found,  
an essential part of something greater,  
a symphony of existence,  
where trees stand tall,  
and I,  
grateful for their shelter,  
find my place among 
roots and dreams.

Author's Note

I thought it would be fun to explore something new with my poetry. So, with a little help from Canva, I turned my poem into a visual experience.

This is my way of inviting you to engage with my words in a whole new way. I believe the mix of visuals and music really brings it to life.

It’s all about connecting on a deeper level.

I will definitely do this again. I hope you enjoyed it!

Upcoming…

• September’s writing prompt:

  One Hundred-Word Wonders, 17 September 2025

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