Journey to Peace
by Tigris Powers

for the one who is Going To Peace...

Compassion makes me want to hold you tight.

If not for your last breath, may it be for your first.

When you inhale and your body rises to greet the rich air

as it swims down into your soul. I'll be there.

That you may know from whence this feeling comes.

Recognize the face of love by the reflection in my eyes

as they hold the image of your beauty, lying, breathing.

That you may know, it is not me that your gaze holds dear.

My love, it is you, alone without fear. So, shoot the Moon

if you must, She will understand... but first close your eyes,

dear one. For a mystic is not a mystic, without trust.

Shadows live in the forest, indeed. Find them if you must.

Define them if you please. Have I been there yet, you ask?

My love, yes— and I must tell you, it will bring you to

your knees.

©Tigris Powers, 2007-2008