Robin, I read this twice in different ways. The first time it was scary as Mother Nature left the world to its own destruction. Go as in disappear for good.

The second time I saw a loving Mother Nature letting her children go to fend for themselves and thrive in an ever-changing world. However, they are capable.

What were you thinking when you wrote it? Happy New Year. The fireworks are sounding off as we speak, but midnight hasn't yet arrived.