where quiet prevails





the place I go

not far away


where quiet prevails

and darkness yields



with loving touches

that conquer all


are friends who guide me

through times of pain



for in our smiles

sharing a moments peace


I find what is lost

exists so near



From – 1000 Voices

ponart

Copyright 1993

Patrick M. O’Neil


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Full image: Macro of Lantana and bougainvillea flower plus a misty pittosporum web from my yard. 12/21/2024

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