THE EFFECT OF TRUTH

 

The effect of truth

is quietness and assurance forever.

You can see it spreading its goodness

across the river, and down

on the face of the sea.

You can hear its quietness

taking care of the world,

its promise speaking softly.

See it on the undisturbed hills,

or see it sitting next to you

at work, or shimmering

in your soup at noon.