The Hospitable Tree
Art + reflection by Sofia Rector
As the light gentles, we gather,
arms laden with food, blankets, drink.
We come to feed our souls as much as our bodies.
Overhead the branches welcome and shelter us–
with the same hospitality
that has nurtured communities of creatures unknown to us.
Beneath us the roots grow deep in faithfulness,
in quiet, stubborn obedience to the call
whispered to the tree when a seed.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
SOFIA RECTOR
An artist and writer with a contemplative bent, Sofia Rector seeks to witness and add to the beauty she sees from her home in the northern suburbs of Cincinnati, Ohio. She finds joy whether exploring the outdoors with her husband and son or curling up with a good book, her journal, and a mug of black coffee or tea. Sofia shares her mixed media artwork, written reflections, and glimpses of the everyday beautiful on Instagram. She also sells original artwork and receives commission requests on Etsy.
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