Seeking peace...

When peace came

When peace came,
I showered under streaming light
Silent, settling
Effectuating over all
The reassurance drunk
From Mother Nature's breast

When peace came, a gate begged
A gentle path inviting me to
Stroll through verdant fields of spring,
Bristling with a bouncing life
Of colour; flowers cheering to
The air 'We have a chance in nature! '

When peace came, my addled head was
Reconciling, airing, ringing true -
The sense of crushing pressure dead;
Instead, I flamed a faith anew!

When peace came, there happened you
A fragrance dancing 'gainst a new and
Frightened innocence of beauty
Eyes ready; slender arms of care
A tender skin to be caressed.

And we were blessed by starting fresh
In rhythms of pervading warmth;
Serenity.


Mark R Slaughter