Silence in the Forest

Footfalls are muffled steps
each reach of stride
stepping silently
between the hardwood.

As we enter the forest our
thoughts invade the stillness
the tranquility, where
nature listens and awaits

and we try to escape within.

The domain of our existence
from noisy generations
clash in values, strife seeming
to provide an inheritance

yet we desire harmony, a
peace in our souls.

© Richard L. Provencher
Website: www.wsprog.com/rp/

First published January 2004
Issue 8 Ink Magazine