Nothing brings me greater joy

Than to hold out my arms

And hug the world

Thanking the motherland for every trail

Every bump, pebble, and stone in the road

Leading

to a worthy destination

That kisses the eyes and blows the mind

For gifting me the privilege to dive into our endless oceans' blues

How nature's crisp air follows

Along with the migrating birds

For every sun lifted by the moon

Supported by the clouds

And wealthy stars

Just like mothers in the wild 

Hiding between the trees

Because I know

It hugs me back 

Unwittingly unique,

I protect you,

And you protect me