longing for love
…from without and within
…unfailing, unprejudiced
that never ends, only begins

searching for joy
…a reason to smile
…for laughter and playfulness
that lasts more than a while

praying for peace
…for myself and the world
…one prayer from within
that has power when unfurled

practicing patience and presence
…awaiting these things
…and being in this moment
that’s what life brings

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