John Lentini

What Peace

 

What peace here in this place have I found

Tranquil solitude in my backyard

Splendor in bright stars clearly above

Full moon upon me

      reflection up upon me

      glimmer upon thy undulating waves

 

Northern lights stream on above

      flickering, dancing to the peak overhead

The spectacle of light abounds

      the stage is my backyard

      and I alone am the audience

 

The world lies asleep

While wonder abounds

I have it all

Yet move on do I

 

How can I leave this wondrous place?

The place I never sought, yet am.

Why can’t I find the peace that’s here

      alone in my backyard?