so simple

Guruji and i used to go to the lake
she loved the same area that i did
where the mountain rose up mysterious
and beautiful
like a solid presence to be seen
we would sit there in her car
and look at the play of the world
the man on the corner blowing leaves
the children playing and making
a joyous ruckus
the creatures running and moving
about
we found delight in those little things
and laughed about them
we would drive up and down the lake
that was near where i lived
it was so serene and filled
with the beauty of life
this was my practice for so long
driving up and down the lake
or sitting near the water and watching
the light play
or walking in the wooded areas alone
drinking in the sounds and sights of
nature and it's glory
it is amazing how life entertains
with it's mystery and beauty
one does not need to go anywhere
it is right here
and so very simple