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The Prayer of Trees

I have been having problems with my online access all day so I offer above a wordless meditation.

-Christine Valters Paintner @ Abbey of the Arts
(photo taken at Glendalough in Ireland)

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5 Responses

  1. What an absolutely breathtaking photograph! I have always loved trees and I find this picture to be particularly soothing. Thanks for sharing.