We live on a fast-moving train

of plans, schedules, routines, and habits.

The moment we think about our day, we’re on board.

This train never actually goes anywhere,

though it takes on many passengers and tasks,

fills up the years of our lives, then

drops us off disguised as old people.

But sometimes, along the way,

we get off the train

and, startled by beauty,

question the whole routine.

Then we board again and forget.

But try this once in a while:

get off the train,

go outside

to meet a tree or child or breeze.

Ask your soul what it wants most.