The parota tree stands still and tall
and offers its branches as shelter
for all who need shelter.
It is called the listening tree
because its seeds pods are shaped like ears.
May we be like the listening tree.
May we stand still and tall
and offer shelter
for all who need shelter.
And may all our words and actions
Barry Hunt
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Barry Hunt recently moved to Nanaimo and is a huge advocate of “forest bathing”, spending mindful time in Nature. He writes poetry about the natural world and what we can learn by listening to it. He also offers online workshops celebrating the changing seasons and the blessings we find in each changing season. For more information visit: www.afocusonhappiness.com