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Peaceful Elements

Peace is a garden in a crowded city --
if it is left to grow, it will bear fruit;
but if smoke enters in, it will die.

Peace begins as an acorn on the ground --
if it takes root, it will grow strong;
but if a rodent eats it, it will die.

Peace is a switch on the bedroom wall --
if it is on, light will provide a baby's blanket;
but if it is off, darkness will steal security away.

Peace is a baby in its mother's arms --
if the child is fed and nurtured, he will sleep soundly;
but if he is ignored or abused, he will be

WAR...