The Essence of Solitude
In subtle silence runs a river of hopes and dreams
To find the essence of solitude, I must bridge its width
So I wait, with patience, anticipating the quiet hush
Its powerful roars come with solace, peace and true girth
It drapes the busy walls like rich, velveteen brocade
Tranquil, I find myself in its unfettered embrace
I become a cocoon enwrapped in comfort and warmth
Captivated, in the moment I savor the sweet taste
In recline, my heart beats to its rhythmic chant
And my breathing becomes slow, deeply sublime
While I inhale the soothing fragrance of lavender oils
The world is shut out and heart reaches its climb
Peacefully drifting, light as leaf upon a river
My soul rises to sing sacred songs of praise
Enthralled in beauty of suspended animation
And I breathe in the silence with solitude encased
~*~
Note: For Paula Swanson's "Breathe in Silence" Contest
By : Audrey Carey
Copyright © Audrey Haick | Year Posted 2010
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