We've all watched with teary eyes how rainbows grace the sky,

And the sun shines so bright it blocks out the stars

And wondered why we weren't up in the sky with them

But

Have you ever opened your eyes to the world on the ground?

The way tears glide down your cheeks, and taste like an ocean

The serenity of overcast days when the Sun doesn't shine.

The sound of raindrops against the ground.

The smiles that slide over faces,

Eyes that shine behind walls built from teardrops

Gnarled trees that stand tall and strong against winds.

Power, Strength, Resilience.

Yes, stars are above us.

But look what's below.

-Autumn