Peace

solitary . . .
a refugee
from repartee,
quiet and still

a simple bliss
I find in this
most serene kiss,
surrendered will

Copyright, December 7, 2014
Faye Lanham Gibson
"Remember what peace there may be in silence."
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Marcum Wong Avatar
February 19, 2015 at 7:04 PM
A brief but beautiful piece Faye. I always enjoy your work! 7
Ryerson Avatar
February 14, 2015 at 2:27 AM
Beautiful my friend - I hear the silence...
D. Avatar
January 29, 2015 at 1:44 AM
very cool expression
Enriquez Avatar
December 31, 2014 at 7:47 AM
Dear Faye: Thank you for the support my friend. Here's wishing you and your loved ones A Happy New Year filled with peace, joy and love. All my best wishes on the last day of 2014, Leon.
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December 25, 2014 at 10:37 PM
Faye, Stopping by to say hi, and wish you the best... Enjoy your days and the coming New Year. Love ~LINDA~
Lamoureux Avatar
December 24, 2014 at 9:24 AM
I think you have captured the theme! Merry Christmas.
A. Sharma Avatar
December 8, 2014 at 7:54 AM
Wow Faye it's so lovely n serene my friend! Gl in contest!
Gorelick Avatar
December 8, 2014 at 6:43 AM
Just lovely, Ill bet she loves it. BG
Vaso Avatar
December 7, 2014 at 7:16 PM
Just a wonderfully sweet poem! and I might add, the secret to peace! Loved this!
Johnston Avatar
December 7, 2014 at 6:11 PM
A well written poem that reads and flows well.Keep writing. Cheers Cazmae(Carol)
Allison Avatar
December 7, 2014 at 5:41 PM
absolutely beautiful Faye - good luck:-) Hugs Jan xxx
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