fragrance

A "No" to room fresheners

incense sticks that glow
and cast a spell as the
fragrance finds its way
into corners, behind
layered curtains, into
grateful hearts that
bow before Benevolence
formless, unseen but
palpable still
glistening marigold
the champa sparkles
peace settles over
troubled minds as
the chants grow louder
brass bells ring, resonate
with the stillness within
(pvks)