There is unbroken quietness,

In the mountains, in the night,

A stillness even thoughts can't break,

Nor shatter as if light.

The night's protective blackness,

Like a velvet wrap is worn,

An embrace of one's whole body,

Sensuous and warm.

The stars - a million dancing lights,

Choose one and it is yours,

One is enough; please leave the rest,

For poets and philosophers.

A scent of wild Jasmine,

Pervades the soft night air,

An intoxicant so strong,

No match found anywhere.

Evening music of the woods,

Rustling sylvan chords,

God, I think, is whispering,

Hush, don't miss His words.

Close your eyes in solitude,

Your Lord and you alone,

You've caught a glimpse of Heaven,

You've caught a glimpse of Home.

Virginia (Ginny) Ellis


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