Wishes For a Soft Landing

wishes for a soft landing

I bought a Pashmina in a
a tight little shop in Lhasa; 
the scarf was soft as feathers.

It was woven in Kashmir
by skilled artisans
with peaceful faces.

I walked to a stupa 
near the path into the hills
tied it among the prayer flags.

Thinking here in this place
so close to god perhaps my 
words would be more easily heard.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Breedt Avatar
September 20, 2017 at 2:00 PM
This moved me deeply.
Cresswell Avatar
September 20, 2017 at 6:04 PM
Oh Jannie you have such a dear heart. I am happy we are friends.
Shetley Avatar
September 19, 2017 at 7:23 PM
Being a bit of an earth wanderer, I really felt this piece. These things run through our minds during our travels and they are meaningful, albeit small moments. Enjoyed this greatly.
Cresswell Avatar
September 19, 2017 at 9:40 PM
Thank you Thvia.
Pigeon Tart Avatar
September 18, 2017 at 10:39 PM
...you're leaving out "i"'s on purpose aren't you ;)
Cresswell Avatar
September 19, 2017 at 12:21 AM
No Maureen it is my vision if I don't check everything carefully I make some mistakes. Thanks for catching it.
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