THE FRAGRANCE OF PEACE
In the face of fear, love anyway
When you are met by closure, open
When the darts of hate fly all around
Remain steadfast as kindness, with pride
Confronted by arrogance, be dignified and robust
When the narcissist spews lies and ugliness
Stand for beauty and the instinct for truth
Remember, all this is gone in a flash
Harbor no grudge, carry no extra baggage
Travel empty of grievance and self righteousness
And you will add an aroma of peace to this garden
That aroma will blend with the fragrance of others
And many arriving in this world will catch it upon the air
And they too will be inspired to discover love.