Ataraxis

Constrain the clatter within the soul's quiescent call Rip the sun out of the day into night time's placid fall To bear the bliss of calmness and peace to all Oust the din of baneful chaos born It strikes too deep in our marrow's reconciliation Unprotected as a petaled rose without her thorn Ravage such turmoil that snarls serenity That stirs and quakes despoiling amity and harmony For the tree that falls uprooted is at rest with amenity This life's river flows seeking to rest in quiet solitude Ebbing to its everlasting surge into its cleansing trough A contented cistern of ease of heart and sweet gratitude So soft and unadorned the tireless repose liberates To golden plains of gentle calm Renewing our spirit's compass - our essence of faith So sit, be still to meditate on the banks of humility Transpose the eminent heart of a newborn's unburdened possibility Breathe sighs of joy for those who know no enemy February 27, 2020 Pick - A - Title, Vol 14 - Tristich -Poetry Contest Sponsored by Edward Ibeh