silence

silence dominates in this place
as the voice has disappeared
"how to communicate without it"
something that you have feared

as silence is said to be awkward
creating discomfort so easily
a conversation without a sound
would be easier than it seems

as the body may convey
a message that is more sincere
a gentle hug or caress
a wiping away of a tear

a pat on the back, a gentle push
a thumbs up in the air
two hands interconnected
fingers through one's hair

even greater is the conversation held
with a look deep within one's eyes
as the messages that can be conveyed
you truly would be surprised

as a look that may show concern
a tear that may appear
a twinkle that comes with excitement
one that may come with fear

with silence may come tranquility
a time to ponder and reflect
to find peace in what's around us
to enjoy things we time and time neglect

sometimes we get so wrapped up
in all that around us surrounds
when sometimes all we need is silence
in our where escape can be found

jason, 2/21/11, 6:01pm