The Arnold Arboretum

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THE GOLDEN HOUR

An hour before the sun has set, we decide,
last-minute, to take a walk in the woods.
After talking enough to process the day
she stops among the conifers,
turning towards the fading light
to sing me her prayer.
She closes her eyes to find the notes
one hand moving in space, up and up
while the other one taps her hip.
Here, again, our friendship stands still
as it rushes by and even though
I’ve known her for twenty years,
I’ve never known her like this.

 


 

 



Hike level: Easy
Location:Boston, MA
Cost: FREE; Print trail map here
Description: The Arnold Arboretum spreads over 281 acres of land and is the most comprehensive living collection of trees in the world. There are many roads and paths, but a particularly special one is the Conifer path. You can print this self-guided tour through the Conifer Collection and also peruse self-guided tours throughout the arboretum here.

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