took a drive down a road not travelled
and discovered
a chair by the river
that called and spoke
come – sit – rest
gaze – ponder – exhale worry
question – dream – write
sketch – inhale peace – feel
believe – be –
that chair – a blessing
those surrounding trees – a blessing
the river before me – a blessing
peace within – a blessing
blessings around, above, beside, beneath, within
blessed moment-in-time
thanks to a chair by the river
˙© june maffin
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Thank you for providing a “chair by the river” in Soulistry! So often, the words I read here carry the message I most long to hear.
This piece and it’s accompanying photo are so lovely. A simple chair set close (not not too close) to the river bank is a lovely and welcoming place to rest.
I so appreciate all that you offer, June!