Friday, March 6, 2026

I TREATED MYSELF TO A NEW POETRY BOOK.


Its author is the man who wrote the quote I shared in my Blue Jay post here.  The book is called Nature’s Bounty by Justin Farley, who has become my favorite at this point in time. I loved the poem I am sharing with you today.

“Children of the Forest”

~Justin Farley~

I leave you my love of the forest

and the winding creek.

I gift you with believing you are poorest 

when the sun’s warmth is absent from your cheek.

I impart to you the language of nature

and the secret harmony of her song;

I leave with you an overture 

So you’ll know her arms is where you belong.

I grant you the skill of listening 

with ears in tune with the earth.

I bless you with the excitement of discovering 

The depth and extent of her worth.

My blood flows within you;

I see my spark with your eyes.

We are children of the forest through and through,

and our spirits soar when the eagles rise.



I hope you have enjoyed this poem. This is one that will stay with me for a very long time. I thought it was beautiful.

Thanks for looking and have a great day!








16 comments:

  1. It is wonderful! You always find the best poets. And you chose the perfect photos to go with it.

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    1. That’s great Ginny, I am so glad you enjoyed this as much as I do :)

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    1. Thank you Carrie, I appreciate you saying so :)

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  3. The photos are beautiful, paired with this heartfelt poem!
    hugs Elke

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    1. Very kind of you to say Elke :) I am very happy you enjoyed them. Thank you so much, hugs, Denise.

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  4. It's lovely! Thank you, Denise, for sharing it.

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    1. You are very welcome Angie, very glad you enjoyed. Thank you :)

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  5. I'm sure you are enjoying your poems. Lovely bush there, Denise.

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    1. I am Margaret, very much :) Thank you, this is one of my favorite places.

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  6. Most appropriate photographs to illustrate your poem, Denise.

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  7. That's a lovely poem and the accompanying photos are fantastic. I loved seeing all the green. The eagle is beautiful.

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    1. They were taken a few years ago at a favorite walking place. Happy you enjoyed them, thank you Ann :)

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  8. Nice poem with photos to accompany each stance.

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