Sail me to deep places
where tranquil prevails;
erode all echoes of chaos,
give me the precious treasures I seek
cause my weary arms
to embrace peace of mind.

Unburden this weight of strife,
unfetter this bond of despair,
let life and fire emerge
from the cold coals in my temple
till solace weaves itself into my being.

Help me say of this place:
"no tumultuous tempests reside!"
Let serenity's reign
compel the shadows of worry to subside
and let tranquility's balm
soothe my pain till it's gone.

I will set you before my inward gaze
where all my thoughts roam without restraint,
till all worries dissipate,
till all cares disappear
and leave my being in stillness and quaint,
till the clamor of my restless mind
fades into thin air
and I finally find peace like a gentle breeze.

© B.O.A.