The Peace in Rice

Perfectly made rice, white
Snow in a bowl - and peace steaming
The bowl itself - masterful in its curves
I sit at my desk - with this bowl of rice
My world sinks in as my teeth feel,
My tongue, the warmth, my eyes close again.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Agustin Avatar
November 16, 2024 at 4:43 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Munsell Avatar
November 16, 2024 at 8:43 PM
Thank you for you kind words, Beata, they are very much appreciated.
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