The Meditative Act of Walking: Restoring My Senses in the Bosom of Mother Nature

 A promise only Mother Nature can fulfill. A cure only Earth Mother can deliver.

I WALK to find solace and peace — a fools’-proof way for monkey mind to cease.

I WALK to see so many wonderful sights — and sleep refreshed come the cozy nights.

I WALK to roam and explore the back ‘o beyond — even if it’s just a gentle little turtle pond.

I WALK for fun, for exercise and thrills — nothing better for you than chargin’ up those hills.

I WALK to strip bare the longings of my soul — reflecting under a giant redwood or upon a little knoll.

I WALK to deep cleanse in forest bathing — to emerge with a light heart absent of craving.

I WALK to immerse myself in nature’s sweet embrace — discovering the way of truth and grace.

I WALK to leave the madding world behind — no hint of it, nothing to remind.

I WALK to WALK — to huff, puff and sweat — I WALK to pay down all that karmic debt.

I WALK to restore my sanity — and to rid myself of ego and vanity.