At night the moon you see, Reflects in the glowing bay, The tranquil waters speak, In silver whispers sway, Among trees forming shadows, And dance to the soft sound, Nature’s tender embrace, In the symphony profound.

Owl hoots in the distance, Echoes the night so free, In this gentle whirling, I finally feel the key, To the heart of nature, And space of every thought, Here life directly flows, To the peace that we sought.

• Henry David Thoreau