As well as the joys of formal study, for many, spring always brings a renewed interest in observing and enjoying nature. The activity of connecting with our natural surroundings has long been regarded as integral to wellbeing whether that’s noticing the birds gather materials for nests, tree branches gradually filling out with leaves or carefully tending or observing seedlings in our local parks or gardens. Combining both approaches, you could always have a go at a life study!
The above poems reads:
'Enterprise'
Take joy in action stretch thy wing!
Mark high above thee frolicking
In rapid flight, yon airy thing. And do the same.
If yet thou’rt in the spring of life,
Youth in freshness, vigour rife,
Fill a part in wholesome strife
And earn a name.
If the warm summer of thy days
Surround thee with meridian blaze
Dare thou the fire with steady gaze,
For there shines fame.
But if the labour of thy soul,
Hath rear’d the grape, and fill’d the bowl,
Till nature’s riches round thee roll,
Use well the same.
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