Inner Peace

by Jeanne Fiedler
(Washington Twp, NJ)

My souls is at rest
when I hear Oprah's voice
when I nourish myself
my spirit sways peacefully

When I create a work of art
or go hiking in the forest
on a perfect spring day
my heart feels so present

When I hear a good song
float on my back in the water
meditate and feel God's love
I find equanimity

When I love someone
and they love me
When I hug someone
or hear of a miracle

Peace is with me
when I feel love for the world
when I finally understand something
when I'm completely focused
and hear the quiet

These are the things
that calm and console me
soothe and balance me

The great spiritual force
brings small and simple ways

for me to find inner peace