This poem is so wonderful, James. I'm honored that it's inspired in part by my poem. And it's no small thing, and a complete coincidence, (if those even exist) that I wrote and posted a poem today inspired by your poem, "Not the Only Thing" ! Poems in gentle conversation. I'm so grateful for you. ❤️
It is no small thing to know and find kinship with those smaller creatures. And yet, what a big beautiful thing that is. And when it comes to naming, I actually have names for a few of my favourite trees and creatures that I see frequently. 🤣 Such a lovely post James. Thank you.
Knowing the sweet and small creatures and their names that cohabitate near us is so important. Lovely, James💛
I also love knowing the names of the birds I hear, it feels so good like knowing a friend 💕
“Say their names” practice
honors those who live and die.
Not just for humans.
Thank you for the lovely poem and writing prompt. Here is my morning reflection:
It’s no small thing to get out of bed, to
Place my feet upon the earth and
Remember this day is a gift, this day
I get to be in a human body, I get to
Feel the breeze and the warm sun rays
I get to breathe with the plants, and
Dance under a gorgeous glowing moon.
This being human can feel so hard and lonely
And then I am touched by the beauty,
I am reminded of my love who cherished
It all, and I say thank you, thank you
For this day.
Such a lovely poem-response, Laura! I love it.
Thanks James, I appreciate you reading and sharing. 🙏🏼
James -I’m taking a Master Naturalist Course to learn about the ecology of NE Minnesota. We learned about Sphagnum Moss on Monday and I wrote a poem with moss in it as well. https://substack.com/@poetrytracks/note/c-156950178?r=p7yb2&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action
It was wonderful to get introduced to your poetry James.
As an urbanite leaning towards nature I felt your poem :)
Lovely 🌿
Like a walk through the forest. Wonderful. Thanks.
This poem is so wonderful, James. I'm honored that it's inspired in part by my poem. And it's no small thing, and a complete coincidence, (if those even exist) that I wrote and posted a poem today inspired by your poem, "Not the Only Thing" ! Poems in gentle conversation. I'm so grateful for you. ❤️
It is no small thing. These are the types of huge things my mind and heart need right now. Thank you James. 💝
It is no small thing to know and find kinship with those smaller creatures. And yet, what a big beautiful thing that is. And when it comes to naming, I actually have names for a few of my favourite trees and creatures that I see frequently. 🤣 Such a lovely post James. Thank you.
It’s no small thing to honor and praise the natural world that nurtures us. Thanks for your poem and Brad’s beautiful photo.
Most of our ruby thrusted hummingbirds have flown. But there was still one pair at the feeders yesterday….
I’m heading outside on the balcony with my breakfast now…
Enjoy that time outside! I'm still seeing a few ruby-throated hummers around, but they have dwindled for sure...
We still have 2 hummers today but the others left for Mexico.
Ps …I’m not anywhere to follow LOL
And thx so much for your poems.
Your prompt “no small thing” gave me a new draft I’m pretty happy with. 🙏
Beautiful 👌💖👏
When I need a cool glass of water for my brain, I will turn to your poetry. Thanks, MIKE