Still, Silent

Still, Silent

Still, silent.
Not a word, not a whisper
A frog croaks
A critter patters
There is more to hear
Only to those who listen
Quiet, not a sound
A owl hoots
A snake whispers
There are hidden mysteries
In a peaceful silence
Revealed to but a few
Still, Silent

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