A Balm So Smooth

I’m feeling blue, but that’s OK
For I was there to start the day
But carried forth with steadfast calm
Still searching for a healing balm

I’ve found it but a time or two
And known relief, but far too few
Like pollywogs or canyon wren
It slipped my fingers, . . . gone again! 

This balm won’t fit within a jar
Elusive as a fallen star
It only comes when I can say 
“I’ve done my very best today!”

‘Tis then I feel that peaceful touch
That I have searched and longed for much
‘Tis then I use this balm so smooth
To heal my heart, my soul to sooth.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Ashley Avatar
December 29, 2022 at 6:34 PM
Dear Dean, your poem is exquisite in rhythm, rhymes and imagery! The bittersweet spirit of this piece is framed in beauty. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Sands Avatar
November 30, 2021 at 3:11 PM
I love this. Wow, I haven't seen pollywogs in so long . I like the line...I've done my very best today. Great one. A Fave for me :)
Faulkner Avatar
October 28, 2019 at 2:42 PM
Beautiful, Dean, I especially love the line 'elusive as a fallen star'!
Wood Avatar
October 28, 2019 at 2:51 PM
Thank you Michelle. I started this weeks ago but didn't get back to it until this morning. I appreciate your comment!
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