The Earth Our Friend
A reflection from John O'Donahue's book "Beauty"
What difference do we make
in the soul of Earth?
Do we encounter her gifts,
dig up her worn parts
and help her heal where we live?
How does she see us?
Does Earth love having you
where you call home,
a gracious host?
Are you in friendship
with Earth?
Is Earth proud of you
and does she understand
your care for her?
Does earth mourn
your passing,
filling with sorrow
that you are no longer alive?
Does Earth miss
your voice, wait for
your footsteps, a faithful friend?
Our own bodies, earth,
we return to dust,
the Ancient past and our Future
our friend, Earth.
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