the universal circle
o
ends where it begins
o
bends not breaking
defined by the space
inside
equal in pressure
and flow
o
to the space outside
o
laughing Buddha
did know
o
sweet Jesus
did know
o
nameless eternity
do you know
peace lives here
o
when you know.
-- douglas brent smith
when i learn to leave
judgment and criticism
instead enjoying others
and their differences
delights
when i learn to accept
this place on earth
assured
as a happy one
with a peaceful soul.
-- douglas brent smith
a conflict-free person
does not destroy
knowing she will always
rather remain whole
knowing she offers
a pathway to peace
-- douglas brent smith