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Quiet

Silence collides with a rambling thought
 Then settles down like falling snow
 No sounds echo to disrupt
 The peace that pervades,
 As I settle in to read a book
 Tucked away in a quiet nook

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Copyright © Joseph May | Year Posted 2023

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Sara Kendrick Date: 8/6/2023 8:18:00 AM Ahhhh!!! Congratulations on this winning work in Constance's contest. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara Login to Reply

Valsa George Date: 8/4/2023 9:41:00 PM I can feel the quiet you experience. Staying away in a secluded nook, and poring into an interesting book is certain ly a delightful experience. Lovely poem Joseph. Congratulations on your win. Login to Reply

Brandy Nicole Date: 8/3/2023 11:47:00 AM "A rambling thought settles down like falling snow." A cozy moment, indeed. You words curl around me like a soft blanket, and I'm enjoying the calm. My best to you, Joseph. :) Hugs, Brandy Login to Reply

Joanna Daniel Date: 8/3/2023 6:42:00 AM Brilliant, Joseph, congratulations:) give me a book any day:) Login to Reply

Paula Goldsmith Date: 8/2/2023 2:14:00 PM Congratulations on your win. A lovely write. I enjoyed reading it. Have a great day............. Login to Reply

Vijay Pandit Date: 8/2/2023 2:02:00 PM You described a moment we seek from time to time when we are looking for alone time--quietude divine! Login to Reply

Michael Tor Date: 8/2/2023 11:33:00 AM Such a lovely piece my friend. I appreciate the special times at peace. Thanks for posting this one is a favorite... Login to Reply

Jan Allison Date: 8/2/2023 6:36:00 AM what a beautiful poem Joseph, i do enjoy my times of solitude and peace and quiet:-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply