A Quiet Day of Rest

A quiet Sunday, with its first sun rays and shadows,
Ceasing to be such by a whirring of implements.
The tools wielded by the day of rest sideshows.
Pushers and blowers of the bible’s antithesis.
Not
      To
         Be
             Judgmental
                               But
                                     Imagine

The birds tweeting under cloudy or flaming skies;
Oaks, maples, and pines in quiescent sublimity;
And the bees buzzing, honeys stirring at sunrise.
All doors open, air out busy week, neighbors in unanimity.
Just
      Imagine
                  The
                        Bee
                              Line
                                     For
                                          Church

The perfect didn’t wake up on the good side of the bed,
But they gather for Living Waters and the Bread of Life.
Down the street, in old-fashioned promenade, led
To listen to the Word of truth, praise God, let go of strife.
Gather
          Like
                The
                      Sons
                              Of
                                  God
                                         At
                                            Dawn

Imagine, the coming week begins with Sabbath rest.
The restless wanderer sits on the porch with lemonade,
Ruminates with kith and kin, weariness addressed.
What wonders of hope and joy, conquers the world, unafraid
With
       A
         Quiet
                  Day
                        Of
                            Rest
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Nicole Avatar
September 1, 2025 at 7:03 PM
' They gather for Living Waters and the Bread of Life. ' Yes, and that's so comforting to know. These thoughts are such a delight to read on this beautiful Sunday. I like the lay out. Very clever and creative. Many wonderful blessings to you, Kim. :) Hugs, Brandy
Rodrigues Avatar
September 2, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Thank you, Brandy!
Rodrigues Avatar
September 2, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Thank you, Brandy!
George Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 8:36 PM
On Sundays, it is a pleasure joining the beeline of the pious, heading to church to listen to the Word of God and to partake of the blood and body of Christ. Beautiful poem with a beautiful lady out.
Rodrigues Avatar
September 1, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Thank you so much, Valsa!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 5:23 PM
spiritually uplifting and realistic poem. I especially liked: Ruminates with kith and kin, weariness addressed. What wonders of hope and joy, conquers the world, unafraid Liked the unique structure, too. hugs, Sara
Rodrigues Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Thank you so much, Sara! I appreciate you! Hugs!
Hind Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 12:14 PM
You create a feeling within the reader with this poem, Kim. Lovely! Happy Sunday, restful Sunday! God bless, Hugs
Rodrigues Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Thank you, too! Be blessed and enjoy your weekend!
Goldsmith Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 11:51 AM
What a creative/lovely "A Quiet Day of Rest" write. I really enjoyed reading this one. Have a blessed day writing away..........
Rodrigues Avatar
August 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM
I am so glad you like this one, Paula! Have a blessed week writing away!
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