to see the universe

the universe exists everywhere
but it's hidden

in every second of silence
in every mindful moment

only there can you see the wholeness of the world

only when you step out of the city
with its noise and smoke

and you step into the woods
so silent
so full of life,
real life,

only then can you see the stars

never in the city,
where dreams are lost and hope dies,

never in those human spaces.

for the universe is not human,
and it will not reveal itself
unless one becomes part of the universe

to see the universe,
sit in silence
ground yourself
frolic in nature
watch the stars

to see the universe,
recognize your place as part of it
and look within
by looking out.