A Quiet Place

When I begin to feel that all hope has been lost
and I'm treading water on a sea, storm tossed,
that's when I seek solitude in a quiet sanctuary.
The decision to be left alone is never arbitrary.

Sitting in the shade of a tree brings me peace
and stress quickly dissolves with coveted release.
In a place of silence, where no words are spoken,
I'm restored in the part of me that was broken.

My mind drifts in a garden of sweet, scented roses,
and I'm content in a world where no one imposes.
There are no tragic news reports, no mention of war,
and I'm slowly floating along near a tranquil shore.

In this quiet haven, faith and hope begin to rebuild.
It's hard to leave this placid refuge where I'm filled
with only positive thoughts, knowing I can take flight
to unruffled shores when I need to set things right.


July 20, 2022
A Quiet Place Contest
Sponsor: Mystic Rose Rose

Copyright © | Year Posted 2022



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Date: 7/25/2022 3:43:00 PM
Your inner beauty reflects your poetry dear Jenna, thank you for joining and congrats on your win :)
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/25/2022 4:27:00 PM
I'm humbled by your gracious comments, Mystic Rose. Thank you very much for the honor of placing.
Date: 7/22/2022 6:12:00 PM
Just reading this poem eases my mind and gives me a sense of peace, solitude and rejuvenation of the mind, heart & soul. I don't know what else to say except, "You nailed it, Jenna - like bullseye right on target." Cheers again from a poetic friend!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/23/2022 8:32:00 AM
Good morning, Terry, and thanks for the accolades. I get a lot of joy knowing how my poetry affects other poets, so thank you for your display of sentiments.
Date: 7/21/2022 2:25:00 PM
I feel enwrapped in your quiet place as I read this Jenna. Fine job and great entry! Best wishes - Linda
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/22/2022 1:35:00 AM
That's a very kind remark, Linda. Thank you so much for feeling my words.
Date: 7/21/2022 10:21:00 AM
I believe we all need peaceful moments to rejuvenate our spirits to reconnect with the divine. Your poem is very beautiful Jenna. Congratulations on being on the premiere winner’s list. Blessings xxoo
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/22/2022 1:35:00 AM
Good morning, Connie. I agree with needing some place we can go for a while to be alone with our thoughts, or to refuel spiritually. Thanks for your great comments.
Date: 7/20/2022 4:17:00 PM
Jenna, this poem brings peace to the reader and allows them to drift away, away from the world
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/20/2022 5:55:00 PM
I'm delighted that it gave you such a sense of peace, Frederic. Thank you very much.
Date: 7/20/2022 3:58:00 PM
Your delightful poem has such a soothing feel to it, Jenna:-) Loved it! Heartiest congratulations on making the winning list!
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/20/2022 4:10:00 PM
I'm so pleased that you found it soothing. Thanks so much, Edward.
Date: 7/20/2022 2:59:00 PM
Beautiful and inspired. Congrats! Filled with grace and hope... Lovely. God bless you friend. Love, Gina
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/20/2022 3:33:00 PM
Thanks a lot, Gina. Love your new avatar!
Date: 7/20/2022 1:55:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. A lovely write. We all need some Quiet Time from time to time in this crazy world. Have a blessed day writing away.......................
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Date: 7/20/2022 3:33:00 PM
Thank you very much for your kind thoughts, Paula.
Date: 7/20/2022 7:41:00 AM
A beautiful place it is too Jenna, a place where you can go to revive your dropping spirits with no interference from the fast paced world we often find ourselves in. Tom
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/20/2022 3:32:00 PM
Thanks very much, Tom. It would be wonderful if each of us could find that place somewhere inside of ourselves.
Date: 7/20/2022 5:23:00 AM
Beautiful serene poem Jenna…Debx
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Jenna Logan
Date: 7/20/2022 3:32:00 PM
Thank you so much, Deb.
Date: 7/20/2022 4:54:00 AM
Nicely done Jenna, would that we all had such a sanctuary.
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Date: 7/20/2022 4:56:00 AM
Thank you, John. Living alone makes it easier for me to get there. No outside distractions but keeping the mind free of unbidden thoughts presents a problem. lol
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