Another morning walk

Nature’s invitation

Waiting sanctuary

Metro Park’s elation

Whether walking the Ridge

Or exploring the Woods

Life always tastes better

Forest feels like Sherwood’s

Courtly summer flowers

Moving with gentle breeze

Collection of colors

Inviting honeybees

Majestic trees shadow

Fertile landscape beneath

Time desires to stand still

Yet stirring underneath

Creation’s design breathes

Filling with fresh, new life

Tender, young trees sprouting

Praising newborn wildlife

Two of my most favorite places to walk in the early morning are found about 10 minutes from my home.  Central Ohio is blessed with many scenic metro parks, and two of the best are Chestnut Ridge and Walnut Woods.