I part the out-thrusting branches
and come in beneath
the blessed and the blessing trees.
Though I am silent
there is singing around me.
Though I am dark
there is vision around me.
Though I am heavy
there is flight around me.
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Breathe in serenity, Exhale peace and contentment ... Then Silence will gather all the worlds within itself, the waves will return to the ocean of eternity. And every word that has been spoken about peace and love will be recognized like a bright light by the spirit that has come to rest.