Surrounded By Trees

Surrounded By Trees

Whenever life’s troubles

are getting me down,

submerging me deeply

as though I will drown,

there’s somewhere I’ll wander

that keeps me from harm;

this forested sanctuary

acts like a charm.

The caw of a crow

and the greenness of leaves,

you’ll find me quite safe

when surrounded by trees.

I’m rooted, I’m grounded,

I’m hidden from sight;

a much needed escape

from the plight and the fight.

With nature I’m home

while with people I’m not,

so please don’t deny me

this so cherished spot.