Special Places

I come here to find my place in the world By the clear water of the brook Where I’m captured as I take a look At gurgling falls and leaves floating uncurled I come here to find my place in the world At the shoreline of a pristine lake Where memories are made at daybreak As if light and time is unfurled There are places like this that motivate my soul Where wildlife take notice As I have an aura of ultimate bliss Glowing like a shiny apple in a bowl There are places like this that motivate my soul Reflections are rippling in my sight Like a painting moving in the sunlight Where revelations are born that make me whole 4/14/22 Entry for A Brian Strand Premiere Choice Poetry Contest. Sponsor: Brian Strand