take a breath.

breathe. you are here. you are safe. breathe.

the leaf will fall when it is ready.

over and under.

you have survived each wildfire. you have lived through every storm. 

place your hand against it’s bark. can you feel the heartbeat?

you would not hear them if the messages were not meant for your ears.

snow clumps in the bobcat’s fur.

you must let your antlers drop, for they will grow back stronger.

you are deserving.

no, you are not alone. the forest is waiting with open arms.

even the strongest tree will fall someday.

you are allowed to struggle. 

it is okay to cry; the rains are what keeps the land alive.

the sun is not gone when the clouds take over the sky.

we are so proud of you.