Reading her entries made me realize how much I wish I continued to keep up with my journals from years ago, even if I was only to write a few lines each day. Beauty in nature can be found in the smallest flower, not just the Grand Canyon. The article also reminded me of how much I enjoy William Wordsworth's poetry. Our senses are always active. We learn best by observation, not by books.
Nature is the real educator.
In the second poem, the sentiments are similar. Again, experience and observation are the best method of obtaining knowledge. Books are limited and facts should not be attained just for the sake of attaining them.