Power of Water

"Water is the gift of life,
That makes things grow just right

So full of energy and power,
Providing light to every home and tower

By itself it can cleanse,
Dirt or an original sin

Sometimes we find ourselves in hot water, 
By creating some kind of bother

Occasionally we are on thin ice,
For behavior not so nice

I prefer smooth still water,
Like a heartfelt moment that matters

Or a misty rain that falls,
Beaconing me with its call

To witness the nourishment it brings,
To every plant, tree or living thing

Including me ,
With a buoyancy

That keeps my head above water,
And a confidence I won’t falter

Because the water in the river accepts,
My burdens without regret 

Floating them away,
So I am free, today"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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July 20, 2019 at 6:05 PM
Hello Christopher Rowland, water is calming, soothing for the soul. Water relaxes a tenth body. it is peaceful for the mind. That is what water is to me. Have a nice evening my friend.
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