One Single Impression: Peace

SandyCarlson January 07, 2013
From January 5, 2013
Under the light
At the other end of the couch,
My daughter sleeps.
At this end, 
Her dog and I share slices 
Of a smoked gouda
Until I slide his bad Dachshund self
Back under the fleece blanket,
And he sleeps
With his head resting on my thigh.
He breathes in time with my daughter
While I make these notes.
Waves of heat emanate from the furnace
And crash on the shores of their dreams
As I watch and take notes.
I have never been closer to peace.
This is a warm place.
I feel my own heart beat.
One Single Impression

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25 Comments

  1. Cloudia10:11 PM

    and you have kindly made us feel it too. Thank you for this heart balm, Sandy.



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  2. TexWisGirl10:24 PM

    truly beautiful. thank you for sharing this lovely heartfelt moment. :)

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  3. Birdie10:50 PM

    I have always wondered how kids can sleep with their necks all bent like that. If I don't sleep with my head resting at a certain angle on my way-over-priced-pillow I wake up with a krick in my neck.

    Thanks for sharing a part of your day and the love that went with it.

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  4. Amrit Sinha11:45 PM

    Full of love ... beautiful poem :-)

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  5. deeps3:04 AM

    thats a warm experience
    a peaceful one...

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  6. Great Grandma Lin3:42 AM

    warm winter solitude!

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  7. Harshad Mehta4:40 AM

    "This is a warm place.
    I feel my own heart beat."

    To know this is so peaceful!

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  8. Unknown5:28 AM

    loved sharing this peaceful moment here with you!

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  9. Lisa at Greenbow7:39 AM

    What a wonderful glimpse into your warm circle of love. It is so peaceful there. The kids look worn out after their romp on the beach.

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  10. Myrna R.11:29 AM

    Great photo. There's nothing more peaceful than the slumber of a child. i love this. i could feel the peace you felt.

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  11. colleen12:06 PM

    And now I feel more peaceful. I agree that there is something about a child's sleep that is healing, also watching their play can be.

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  12. Hilary12:52 PM

    I love this, Sandy. I feel the peace.

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  13. Maude Lynn3:25 PM

    This does feel peaceful.

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  14. A Lady's Life3:56 PM

    Lovely
    I can sooo relate. :)

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  15. Tammie Lee5:27 PM

    your words
    and peace
    have touched my heart
    ~

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  16. Yogi♪♪♪10:25 PM

    That is indeed at peace. This time of year our dachsund spends all her time under a fleece blanket.

    She is on a diet, no gouda cheese for her for a while.

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  17. Sueann6:44 AM

    Such tender and beautiful thoughts. Thank you for allowing me to rest on your shore!!
    Hugs
    SUeAnn

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  18. This Is My Blog - fishing guy2:42 PM

    Sandy: What a neat capture of these friends.

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  19. Sallie (FullTime-Life)3:18 PM

    Quiet moments with family...yes, that is the essence of peace and joy.

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  20. Geraldine8:19 PM

    It's good to have peace in your heart, the only place we can truly protect and nurture this gift.

    Great photo!

    www.mypoeticpath.wordpress.com

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  21. Zuzana4:05 PM

    Beautiful shot and words; indeed peaceful is what comes to mind. An unforgettable moment.;)
    xoxo

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  22. totomai9:07 AM

    such a precious moment. you are very lucky.

    Happy New Year!

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  23. Vores have1:25 AM

    Nice pictures you show - love the picture of your dog?
    I have added me as a result of your blog.
    Wish you a good day / good now weeks.
    Hanne Bente

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  24. Tabor5:04 AM

    Congrats on your POTW...lovely.

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  25. Anonymous6:23 AM

    Such a lovely post!

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