Are you mesmerized by the flowing reds, pinks, and oranges

   flowing across the edge of the sky?

Can you enjoy hard work, as well as play

   from mowing the lawn to playing badminton

with bear feet in the newly cut grass?

Can you see the beauty in a dark night

   where all that can be seen

are the flickers of light, bouncing off rippling waters?

Can you feel your spiritual being,

   as you stand amidst nature - trees, rocks, shrubs and all,

as a whispering breeze passes by your face

   and  brushes through your hair?

Do you enjoy the beat of good music

   as you float around the room?

Do you sense the excitement from a concert band?

Are you moved by theatrical artists

   and their talents, energy and emotions?

Can you hear the peaceful calmness

   that settles around you when all is quiet?

Can you slow down to the beat of a warm flame

   and sit speechless?

Do you feel glad that you are you?

Are you happy with all that surrounds you?

Then you are at peace - content with who you are

   and free to love.

October 1997