Catching My Breath
Muscles tight and holding my breath
Tension mounts as seconds tick by
My heart pounding inside of my chest
Inhaling deep and releasing a sigh
The moment around me took my breath away
It was so much for my mind to take in
Stilling my soul and getting thoughts in array
Until I felt my breath return once again
Then in the stillness of the early morning light
I saw my breath in the air for a beat
The vapor of life in clear line of sight
Inhale… Exhale… and repeat
Slow and deep filling my lungs with air
Peace is now my soul’s rich bequest
Mind and body now release all care
Sweet reward of catching my breath