is it enough
to walk home
with the cool wind
softly brushing
your face and chest

and the warm sun
quietly kissing
your forehead
and cheeks?

your body will
whisper
to your complicated mind
that she loves being
touched and caressed
in this way

in the way that
wild mother nature
has perfected
lovingly, tenderly

and your soul
will tell you 'no'
a 15 minute walk
simply will not do

do not go inside
and close the door
to mother nature's love

do not leave her waiting
for you to sink into
her outstretched arms
while you sit in front of a screen
buzzing away your brain

that simply will not do