Today was Arbor Day, so I thought I’d share this gem from Sharon Lia Robinson.

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Skagit Valley Forest

tonight
light and silent
the tree seemed to say
come close

the tree saying be,
be together in your soul
your center yourself

newly planted and old
the trees sing and say
we see you
feel yourself
know you

we are here too
in the breath of our earth
we hear you
we know you too, your reaching
we know you too, your reaching.

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Sharon Lia Robinson is a visual artist, documentary film producer, poet and writer. Her creative mission reflects the desire to inspire others through her artistic vision. Early life challenges and the desire for tikkun olam (healing and restoration in the world) are also reflected in her creative projects. More of Sharon’s art, poetry and films may be seen at www.sharonrobinson.org.