some days I just want to look at the land
at the bands of rain sweeping over it
in crystalline beading
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Mary, I really enjoyed this poem. It expresses the peaceful joy of really looking at, and appreciating, nature. Many of your phrases are lovely: the green haze of trees sponged in, the violet blue of skies/ above thunderheads, and hushed etude of the soul. Yes, watching rain can indeed be so magical the watcher can't speak or be spoken to!
We are privileged beings, for the Creation is made manifest in our eyes and heart. Even so, we occupy a humble place in the womb of all life. Other living things and the space around us make us complete.