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Natasha Loveridge's avatar

What a magical experience- thank you for sharing in such an eloquent way - I truly pictured myself there with you. I am a strong believer in the healing power of nature and in particular trees. If I ever feel down, frustrated or agitated, I head for the forest, woods and trees: for me the trees clear my mood and my thoughts - my central nervous system is recalibrated. What a wonderful gift for the ever beautiful, caring Sarah ✨♥️

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Thank you Tasha for your words 🤍💛I’m so glad they resonated with you. It’s a remarkable gift the healing power of nature. Immersion in nature heals the mind, the body and the nervous system. Sending love. 🌳

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Tabitha S's avatar

A beautiful read Mel - so eloquent and poetic - I was right there with you. What a magical experience for the two of you to have and share. All love x

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Thank you so much Tabitha. It was a singularly precious night. 🤍🤍

All hail the nightingale! 🙏🏽

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Bea Venturini's avatar

Another magical Mel journey that transports us to a place where life is worth living - for all the right reasons! The joy of discovery, the glory in the small things, the beauty of what should surround us every day. Inspired by your text, I've just had a closer look at the birds that have recently built a nest in the beams above my balcony. Their birdsong is enchanting, their industrious activity inspiring, their reddish tails and pointy beaks a tale-tell sign that are indeed not sparrows but ... nightingales!

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Wow! Actual nightingales! This is wonderful! They have travelled far and who can blame them for nesting in Villette, Swissland! I’m so happy to hear this. May their song lift your heart! 🎶🎵

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Mary P.'s avatar

Nature…so nurturing and healing 🩷 Just this morning before sunrise I stepped outside and recorded the songs of the birds in the forests around our home. Thanks for sharing your experience. It sounded magical.

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Mary what a beautiful thing to do. I’m so glad you have birdsong around you. 🤍🩵

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Davina Owen's avatar

I could hear you reading this aloud to me. Your voice. A beautiful, magical, bedtime story.

Thank you.

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Mel Erwin's avatar

I’m glad you found it so darling. X

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Pamela Clarke's avatar

Mel, what a rare and beautiful experience you have shared with us !

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Mel Erwin's avatar

It was truly unique Pam. They do amazing work and are aiming to make it more accessible to people too. Education at its best! Amongst the trees! 🌳

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Pamela Clarke's avatar

I agree. We should all plant a couple of trees if we can .

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Mel Erwin's avatar

And hug them. 🤎

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Damian's avatar

Absolutely spellbinding! Your words represent the magic of the woods and the depth of the human spirit beautifully. Once again, thanks so much Mel!

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Thank you so much dear Damian. Magic happens there in the woods. It was truly a profound night. 🌳

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Ria de Groot's avatar

What a wonderful story. I wish i was there with you too. It really is magical!

Thank you for your story dear Mel.

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Ah my Ria. Thank you. It truly was a magical place and he a spellbinding human/ tree sprite. 🌳

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Victoria's avatar

I could feel my pulse slow down just reading your lyrical words, Mel. A magical experience. I love the thought of the ancient root network and mycelia underfoot, connecting past, and present. I appreciate your eloquence. hugs to you both. xo

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Thank you so much Victoria. Sometimes immersion in nature is the medicine we need. And the connection to the past is strong and empowering. 🌳

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Elo Erwin's avatar

I feel like I’m there 🌲 🐦 🔥

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Mel Erwin's avatar

It was such a memorable experience. Magical in fact. I’d love you to experience it. I mean, camping what’s not to love?!🥰

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Katy Miller's avatar

Oh this sounds so magical, so wonderful! Thank you for sharing xxxxx

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Mel Erwin's avatar

Do look at going next Spring! I think you would love it actually. Sending hugs, my lovely little tree. 🌳

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