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Letting Be


It seems easier
when you're tired,
to just let things be.
Last night's savage wind 
that threw a leaf loaded fury
at my bedroom window
has become a quieted still
unburdened by thought.
The morning with its bright 
colours, fragrant air and sunlit 
distances has emerged as is, 
sufficient and complete.
I see the first butterfly 
of the season in its pristine
livery shine copper 
on a new green leaf.
Magnolia flowers are about
to burst from their swollen
sheaths and be set free.
I watch where I walk
taking care 
to let things be.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025




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Date: 8/18/2025 5:44:00 PM
what a peaceful poem, Paul. It gave me pause...perhaps the way to live is to let everyone and everything be what it is...seems wise to me. Love your poetic voice & style, Sara
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Date: 8/18/2025 2:46:00 AM
Paul your descriptive detail and imagery is just wonderful in every poem you write. I just love this sentence “The morning with its bright colours, fragrant air and sunlit distances has emerged as is, sufficient and complete.”!! I got such a sense of calm and peace from your words in this amazing write my friend….Debx
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