does it ever strike you?

look now: 

i really don't want to have to explain. 

but: 

last night i was able to: 

keep peace in my heart.

remain calm and detached.

all while having to defend my standards.

so.

this morning upon arriving home: 

i walked it all off. 

sylvan alpine utterances: 

let it all roll away.

birdsong.

leaf flutter. 

rain drops posing on each and every expanse of green. 

strolling back to the house came the realization:

i'm OK with who i am: totally. indeed.

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