The Peace (3 "Cold" Poems, #1)

What gentle breezes push forward
the clouds today!
What warmth I embrace in
the sun's great rays!

In splendor, I became myself again,
rejoicing - dancing - singing!
Praising He, who gave me joy-
until the bells were ringing--

and all was dark. 

I was afraid.
I, frozen, 

and whole world, staid.

But, who has this peace, but I?

And Sweet, within my eyes,
a beautiful tomorrow awakens
within!
Do you hear the song in my heart,
giving me the strength
to win?

For I have this peace,
and with this peace,
I became my own.

-LJ
4 September 2017