at peace, alone

the tormented soul
has no need to fear
the taunts of others
as it rests in silence;
solitaire.

© Chereese La-Vonne Ricketts 2010

reflecting...

light dispels

the deceptive veil

that wraps the lies

and makes them feel real

purity burns
so the darkness runs
and despises every mirror
that reflects the sun


© Chereese La-Vonne Ricketts 2010