YOU WHO COME


Some come to this place

Searching for her

The trees grow tall

And the grass soft

She holds many secrets

Listen to the whispering of the night

She speaks in a gentle voice

Telling of the old ways

When men and women were one

She is a giant, a mind unbound

Touch her if you can

Seek her knowledge

She will welcome you into her heart

Walk lightly around her

Any anger will be met with wrath

And love will always be returned

The forest is ancient and wise

The animals hold no malice

She cares for them as a mother

You who come to this place

Let her wrap her warm arms

Around you in peace and harmony


Michael V Hechtman