Afloat In Serenity

In quest to find respite and solitude spiritual food it's to the sea I owe my gratitude Only in my dreams while adrift under starlight and moonbeams I'm free of life's schemes In slumber I sail upon the vast sea peace prevails in me afloat in absolute serenity My burdens at rest rhythmic waves gently lull me in their nest comfort in my breast I am protected as Neptune's daughter on tranquil water with no thought of being life's poor martyr Oh, how much I yearn to stay in the swells as long as they churn to shore ne'er return I have enlightenment and harmony the way life should be quite content in my placid times at sea Quiet realm of calm my heart fears no threat of distress or qualm I am free from harm I let go of the past without a care free from all despair cleansed my soul and to God I lay it bare _______________________________________________________________ Written while listening to "Angel of Hope" by Omar Akram ~https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXNaxGj6A5A These monorhyming verses were written in the form of syllable count beginning with 10-5-10 and alternating with 5-10-5. I have no idea if this is a sanctioned form, but it is the way I chose to present it. February 3rd, 2016 ~ Solitary Moments ~ Mystic Rose