Ode To Incense

Incense burns fiercely permeating us
With sweet smells calling us closer to it
Stare straight in the flame and be mesmerized
Fascinated and placated 
Meditate and self-medicated, sit 
Enjoy the soothing atmosphere and wait
Light one, two, three, as many as needed
A big room we light four; intoxicated
Like drinking wine in front of the sunshine
We all fill our senses with ambience
Surrounded by multi-colored auras
Uniting us and strengthening all of us
In fundamental bliss and peacefulness
We clasp hands and walk into the abyss

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 5/17/2019 12:33:00 AM
I can certainly relate to this lovely piece. When kindred spirits unite, auras mix and minds meld. I loved this Rukhsana. A warm welcome to Poetry Soup. There are many here whose poetry you will enjoy. It is very nice to meet you! Aloha, Connie
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Date: 4/20/2019 12:21:00 PM
A very enjoyable read.
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Date: 9/9/2018 8:58:00 PM
oh this takes me back to another era, when there were so many shops burning incense during the peace movement of the 60's. Love the atmosphere you created with this one.
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