The bells toll their crisp rings
The brilliance and sharpness of the sound
Rolls happily through the land
The aftershock echoes and sings
Blessing the ears of all around
Their expressions of dreamy wonder, united we stand.
The paths are paved with iridescent pearls and gems
Flowing gold and silver fluid streams
Billow softly, connecting the soul of every being
Until there is only a we, no more them
In plain sight lies the beauty that seems
A hidden truth collectively we begin seeing.
If hearts could speak in hushed tones
Without any interference of the lips
My soul would dance with all, held by my earthly tether
If my hands could reach out to all who feel alone
If only a grazing touch of our fingertips
Searching for joyous light of peace and unity forever
Author’s note: I penned something similar to this a long time ago, but given the circumstances in the world right now, I thought that I needed to breathe more relevance into this piece. We need to remember our humanity; we are all part of a collective experience, composed of the same flesh and blood. May the presence of love and acceptance bring healing to our world.
By Amanda Katrina Gibb
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