Poem:
Peace and QuietPeace and quiet
Are not easily found
Unless your feet are solidly on the ground
Unless you breathe the rich full air
And find something special on which to stare
And pause for a moment or maybe two
And find that polished jewel that was always inside of you
(by Nick L)

I feel that this poem (written by Nick Lowery) accurately describes my state of mind while sitting on the bench, watching the dogs running.