/soak me in the golden twilight

The woods have secrets, hidden deep within the heart of ancient trees, and as the soft golden light filters through their leaves, it unveils a tale that transcends time. You stand beneath this cathedral of nature, the rays of the setting sun breaking through the foliage like spears of enlightenment observing a dance between light and shadow, hope and despair.

The very act of light penetrating the veil of leaves is a testament to the relentless pursuit of illumination in a world that often seems shrouded in darkness. As Sylvia Plath so eloquently wrote, “I took a deep breath and listened to the old bray of my heart. I am. I am. I am.” Each ray of light that bathes you in its gentle warmth is a reminder that I, too, am here, existing in this moment, bearing witness to nature’s timeless spectacle.

But you also recognize that existence is not always a tranquil reverie. It is often a tumultuous journey, filled with shadows and spikes, much like the rays that pierce the forest’s canopy. Yet, even in the presence of these sharp, unforgiving truths, there is beauty — a beauty that illuminates the path forward, casting aside the darkness. It’s a reminder that life’s most profound moments often occur when we find solace in the interplay of light and shadow, embracing the existential duality that defines our existence.

Just like you, as I stand beneath the golden twilight, I am both humbled and uplifted by the beauty of this fleeting moment. It is a reminder that existence, with all its complexities and contradictions, is a gift — a gift that we must cherish, soak in, and bask beneath as we journey through the ever-shifting landscape of our lives.