SERENITY

A flower does not think of composting.
          It just blooms.
                 ~Zen Proverb

Serenity is a place I haven’t found,
Elders say it’s all around
Residing in the air we breathe;
Even though I practice faithfully 
Not a fragment comes to me,
Incense perfumed with morning mist
Teaches me I am alive and well,
Yet, serenity is an ever elusive realm.

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Andrea Dietrich

June 28, 2026 at 3:56 PM

This is glorious I am seeing it from Brian's page but congrats also in the serenity contest

Constance La France

June 16, 2026 at 9:34 AM

Chetta, beautifully penned and congratulations on your win in my contest, I love the quote and image ~

Paula Goldsmith

June 15, 2026 at 9:17 AM

Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "SERENITY" write. I have found we need to make our on SERENITY in this crazy world. What a great picture. Have a blessed day/week with your win................

Sara Kendrick

June 15, 2026 at 4:31 AM

Congratulations on your creative winning work in Constance's contest. I am delighted to see your name there. Way to go. Beautiful artwork you have shown. Sara K.