Saturday, April 4, 2015

About Poetry for Open Spaces

"And then, I have nature, art, and poetry, and if that is not enough, what is enough?"  Vincent Van Gogh


Poetry for Open Spaces was created in April of 2015 in honor of National Poetry Month. It was developed to promote the appreciation of poetry and the exploration of nature. 

There are many ways to work toward preserving our earth. Spending time in nature fosters awareness. Awareness inspires action. Reading the words of poets who appreciate nature offers us a fresh perspective. 

The hectic pace of modern life takes us away from the natural world. Sadly, we have to put some degree of effort into finding the time and space to take a walk in the woods, or discover the beautiful places in our own communities. The walks that will nourish you are closer than you think.