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Kim Lilley's avatar

Such a rich poem! Love this line: "The trail expects no gifts,

I am accepted empty-handed."

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you for your thoughts and your time to read it! 💚

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Anne Oft Musing's avatar

Me too!

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Becca Stone's avatar

Beautiful writing! I feel like I'm on the trail with you!

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you! I’m so glad that comes across and happy to have you join me!💚

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Kristina Tucker's avatar

What a beautiful take on this prompt! Nature is indeed so hospitable 💛

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you! 🌲🌳🪾

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Reem Faruqi's avatar

Stunning photos and I love that phrase when gloves meet sleeves

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you, and thank you for reading! I think that is my favorite line too. 💚

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Elizabeth Vanderhorst's avatar

Beautiful, Leslie!! These pictures and words remind me of many sacred times I've had in the woods.

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Leslie A. Banks's avatar

Thank you! I’m so glad you know this feeling too. 💚🌲🌳🪾

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