I love the emphasis that Wordsworth puts on the importance of nature. For me, nature is a major way I connect with God, so I am able to relate to these poems well. I agree with Wordsworth when he says "we lay waste our powers" and "have given our hearts away" when we become passive of the nature and other beauties of the world. We must not become passive in how we live our lives. I love how he ends "The Tables Turned" by suggesting we "bring with [us] a heart that watches and receives." That way, we are humbled to nature and can fully embrace and take in everything.
I commented on Francesca's post!!
I can agree with your statement of being humbled by nature. It is so beautiful and vast, that it reminds me of how small I am in comparison to both nature, and the Lord. It is a humbling thing.
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