The circle welcomed me.

I approached reverently,

aware of the artist's effort

to bring this work to fruition.

 

The pale green of the benches,

the snails emerging from the ground,

contrasted with the surrounding

fall colors, brighten by

early morning rain.

 

The tilt of the bench back

just right, I relaxed

into the circle's embrace

 

When I arose and withdrew

some minutes later,

the influence of the place remained.

I was grounded and at peace,

grateful that artists

create such space for our lives.