The honesty of empty places

The honesty of empty places

a thought
a smile
books, hiking, breathing
happiness in solitude
enjoyment in alone

sit and watch
humans
animals
smiles from creatures
who do not understand
the joy of isolated socialization

the introvert within
craves the simplicity of silence
the stillness in the movement of life

when overwhelmed
solace is found
from the chaotic memories of childhood trauma
and joy in the subtlety of a calming milieu

to concentrate on the essential elation
of empty places
inhabited by the beauty
of contemplation
of meditation
of reflection
of tranquility

there is no need to be busy
just to be
nothing is something
a relaxing destination