Raymond Ellis Nielsen 

Spanish Fork, Utah, USA 

Ray has been writing poetry since 1971; but, only seriously since October of 1996. He has been published by The Poetry Guild, The National Library of Poetry, The Famous Poets Society, and The International Society of Poets, as well as a local newspaper. He has self-published a book based on the New Testament. His work is copyrighted. Additionally, he is listed in Who's Who Among Human Service Professionals and Who's Who In American Education. He Lives with his wife and four sons in Spanish Fork, Utah. He is active in his church. 

A World Of Peace 

Peace is radiating fingers of morning sunlight caressing a gradually illuminated sky;
Cumulus clouds softly tumbling through vision, gently passing the rising golden orb; 
Birds fluttering and animals briskly moving, with all the joy that freedom can imply; 
The human hand reaching out to help another, in desperate need; equality to absorb. 

Absolute and complete tolerance of another while pursuing pure and positive coexistence; 
A given opportunity for education and employment, without fear of public repression; 
Speaking of one's mind in defense of cherished values. Without facing resistance; 
The family as a complete unit, encircled in the ring of faith while voicing their profession. 

Safety in walking the street and freedom to go out without fear of encountering terrorist 
attack; 
Mutual understanding and cooperative effort in building communities wherein all may be; 
Mankind assisting mankind at home or across the sea, with no wars to turn the skies 
black; 
Smiling children and joyous days; this is what it means in a world of peace, for you and me.