The Forest

Help me to see the forest through the trees

to set a place for myself

at the table of life

where I can eat with robust apetite

and feel nourished in my soul

Help me to see my clear path

and my true livelihood

where I can make those around me

feel as if their hard work

is not in vain

Help me to have a clear voice

to speak my truth

even if it is just yet a whisper

so that I can bring forth my intentions

with clarity and conviction

Help me to have a focused mind

uncluttered with fear and doubt

to release the albatross

that has clung so tightly

to my back

Help me to see my forest

with all it's technicolored leaves

with it's gnarled branches

and soggy marshes

uprooted havens

for all those who choose to live there

including me