I love #2 as well - (do plants "speak" to us) - especially after your mention of angelica (offlist).
Would you mind if I quote it here:
So I was out walking along the river a few days ago, and I spotted a plant I had never noticed before, with tall globular flower stalks that had plumped into spheres after a few days of being umbels. I'd thought it was cow parsnip from a distance, but those flower heads were sure not cow parsnip. I forgot about the stuff.... That night I was watching a video on herbs for cats with behavior issues (watching for a friend) which mentioned angelica for aggressive cats. I looked up angelica, and there was the plant I had seen! I went back yesterday to grab some for that friend's cat, and ~marveled at how nature gives us, or brings to our attention, the very things we need.~

That last line reminded me of the haiku. :)
(Or, the haiku brought that line to mind, to be more accurate.)
I love all of these! Crows and snakes are often disliked, but I love them, and I love your appreciation of them. You really nail it in so few words.

crows flying overhead
snakes slithering underfoot -
all is well today

Angelica atropurpurea

is a biennial, edible wild plant in the Apiaceae family. The roots are long, spindle-shaped, thick and fleshy. For centuries this plant, and its close cousin garden angelica, have been believed to treat almost every ailment. Apparently, it has been known to help treat several different types of stomach issues. This plant grows in the same areas as the poisonous water hemlock – be sure to have angelica identified by a someone who knows their plants before harvesting!

The leaves and stalks are edible. Use stems in salads, or raw; leaves in soups, stews, and teas. They have a liquorice-like flavour, and can be used as a flavouring in mixed salads. Stalks (younger) and young shoots can be consumed cooked or raw (but should be peeled). They can be used like celery once boiled. A tea can be made from the leaves, seed or roots. Angelica pairs well with fennel.

Well, YOU knew that, but I didn't, until you mentioned angelica. :)
Thanks for sharing your insights and knowledge - and so poetically!