Brian’sPoems

The Collected Writings of Brian J. Mueller

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Peace Pilgrim

In gratitude for this moment.

This day makes no sense
to those busy earning,
busy climbing mountains
inside of their minds.

I too forget
how near the stars are
and how the sun and moon
would make me no happier
if I was somehow on them.

Each dawn breaks
in an uncertain light,
yet with the certain presence
of a Cosmic God.

And every particle dancing
within our collective conscience
understands the inherent peace
within this present moment,
whether it be
before, during, or after
the storm.

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