Outdoors

When I am weary, heart and brain,

     I go outdoors;

When I am under stress and strain

     I go outdoors.

‘Tis where I find the needed rest,

Of all earth’ comforters the best;

“Hope springs eternal in the breast”

     Outdoors.

When I am seeking after wealth

     I go outdoors;

When I am seeking perfect health

     I go outdoors.

I go out in the field and wood,

A store-house filled with all things good;

My medicine, my drink and food,

     Outdoors.

March 13, ‘06