Seeking sanctuary, I went to the desertland Oh great comfort, Solitude, I wish you to cleanse me with your silence.
Saturated with exhaustion, I endeavored to alleviate a flat, numb, dull ache that has persisted since early this year I greet you with hope clutching cynicism, yet.
The economy spiraling downward with the intensity at work I am yearning for a cadence that seems familiar.
Fighting a tiredness beyond that in recent memory where is my Muse? she can't be far from home.
I hiked and hiked, each step a prayer towards wholeness I give myself to you my solitary friend.
Amidst a chilling wind and striking hail singing how I give myself to you my solitary friend.
I breathed in deeply, a fair exchange of fresh with stagnant Air you feed my blood my heart my life
And hiked another mile beyond my brink I need to bury this malaise before I leave
While a new fatigue washed through me as I succombed I give myself to you my patient friend.
And a quiet posture glanced at me at last Oh Rest I bid you come before the dawn.
As the sage bloomed bluer than a twilight sky you are the very harbinger of joy.
And cradled me in silence while I cried I am your long lost child please help me home.
It sounds like you knew what you wanted to happen on this trip, and then set out to make it so. I'm amazed at the rejuvenation that can only take place when we expose ourselves to the natural world--something I'm long overdue for myself.
Thanks for sharing this.
Posted by: Steve Trottier | April 02, 2009 at 01:20 AM
Cath, what a touching post!! I hope you rise above your current emotions....You look so fresh faced and happy in your photo. That is how I always picture you(Happy). Chin up girl!! You inspire me with your happy smile!! I think of you often and will mention you in my prayers. TTYS...~Lori R
Posted by: Lori R (loree2000) | April 02, 2009 at 05:04 PM
Brilliant post Cath......I was touched by your words.
dale
Posted by: Dale Welcome | April 03, 2009 at 11:58 PM
You are a great poet. And thanks for the picture of sagebrush - it's been far too long since I've seen it or hiked in it. Brings back memories.
Wishing you peace and strenth.
Karen
Posted by: Karen Hill | April 06, 2009 at 11:32 PM
All those things you mentioned, solitude, quiet, nature, sky, stars you can really see at night, these are the reasons we are on a ridge in Tenn, even if the people do have a unique way of speaking, now I find myself seeking a few activities away from my haven, because people (in small amounts now) are also necessary. Time for a visit Cath.
Posted by: Barbara Spencer | April 07, 2009 at 05:56 PM