Pam Fickenscher
On the move through the serene streets Seeking solace Creating relationship with each foot strike Striding under the expansive sky into nature’s blue-green coolness Breathe in Breathe out Connected to sisters and brothers across the oceans Inhaling the same molecules Connected to children deep in her heart Exhaling the same hopefulness Breathe in Breathe out Stillness internal, feeding the peace bit by bit Scored silence The bell chimes