The Kindred of the Eternal

I like this place,
I feel at home here,
it feels cozy, and comfortable;
it comforts me.

My friends
were with me for awhile,
and then left;
they felt called
to go to other places.

But I did not;
this place soothes me,
in its rhythms
I feel safe;
its movements
and nudgings
are delightful,
they fill me with
peace.

Its chambers
and accommodations
suit me well;
neither more
nor less
are needed. ›

I like this spot,
I think I’ll stay
a good while,
perhaps quite a good one.

I am alone now,
but others will come;
some will look around a bit,
then go,
others will stay,
finding here the same
haven
and heaven
that I have found,
and we will become
good friends.

And I know
storms will come,
but am not afraid,
for the same goodly
omniscience
that brought me here
will be with me then,
too;

I know
this will always
be so,
and my heart is glad
in quietness
and rest.

The movements
cuddle me now,
imbuing me
with the ecstasy
of unchanging love;
my friends and I
feel it together;
the world reverberates
with it,
the universe
trembles
with its
beauty
and power.