Joseph May Poet Free verse

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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Sara Kendrick August 6, 2023 at 8:18 AM Ahhhh!!! Congratulations on this winning work in Constance's contest. Way to go. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara

Valsa George August 4, 2023 at 9:41 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.

Brandy Nicole August 3, 2023 at 11:47 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

Joanna Daniel August 3, 2023 at 6:42 AM Brilliant, Joseph, congratulations:) give me a book any day:)

Paula Goldsmith August 2, 2023 at 2:14 PM Congratulations on your win. A lovely write. I enjoyed reading it. Have a great day.............

Vijay Pandit August 2, 2023 at 2:02 PM You described a moment we seek from time to time when we are looking for alone time--quietude divine!

Michael Tor August 2, 2023 at 11:33 AM Such a lovely piece my friend. I appreciate the special times at peace. Thanks for posting this one is a favorite...

Jan Allison August 2, 2023 at 6:36 AM what a beautiful poem Joseph, i do enjoy my times of solitude and peace and quiet:-) hugs Jan xx