45) Poem – Reflection

Home from a conference

     Now up at the cabin

          Peaceful and quiet

     Time to reflect

Gentle breeze blowing

     Hint of rain in the air

           Walk in the woods

     Lots of deer tracks

Soft earth cushion

     Pine needles and moss

          Muffles the footfalls

     Amplifies stillness

Stop by the lake

     Sun pennies dancing

          Frogs plop in the water

     Ripples of minnows

Spongey bog carpet

     Floral tapestry

          Green, gold and amber

     Rich palette of color

Like at the conference

     Wild variety of peoples

          Blending together

     Enriching each other

Focus on chastity

     True center of friendship

           Offering freedom

     To be who we are

To be God’s children

     Gathered together

          Celebrating life

     With compassion and mercy

Healing and wholeness

     Gifts of God’s Goodness

          Offered to everyone

     Wrapped up in grace

Thank You Lord Praise You

     Gift of Creation

           Poured out for all

     Who have hearts to receive