Happiness

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Author's Notes: My new Tanka here, "Happiness," is self-explanatory from the standpoint of ideal circumstances. For me, "Happiness" signifies in essence, a positive state of mind that is well-worth the time for each and every one of us to try to strive for and maintain -- if at all possible. Unfortunately, given the realistic situations of various problems, personal relationships, and many other negative events that impact each of us as human beings -- one's true state of happiness may tend to be more variable and changeable at times. To this, I say: "Such is Life." (Gary Bateman - November 20, 2018)

Thematic Categories: allegory, blessing, confidence, emotions, future, passion, and symbolism.

Happiness A positive state— A true goal for everyone! Seek now and always . . . Never be afraid to try . . . It shall make a difference! Gary Bateman, Copyright © All Rights Reserved November 20, 2018 (Tanka)

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Arthur Vaso

Date: 11/22/2018 12:53:00 AM

Very wise words, never give up, no matter how dark the hour seems!!

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/23/2018 7:03:00 AM

Hello Art, Thanks very much for your read and comment here. Sometimes "wise words" are all we have to challenge the dark hours that all of us, on occasion, may face in our lives. Never Give Up!! Best Always, Gary

Sand Blown

Date: 11/21/2018 9:32:00 AM

being of proton mind...i am always positive

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/21/2018 11:33:00 AM

Hello Sand Blown, This is very good to hear!! For all of the "Non-Protonians," however, the circumstances might be different. LOL!! Thanks for your read and comment!! Cheers, Gary

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 11/21/2018 3:44:00 AM

- So true, Gary :) - Change puts us to the test, pushing us out of comfort zones ... but, we must always try - A lovely poem :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/21/2018 6:54:00 AM

Hello Dear Anne-Lise, Thanks for your read and comment here. What you say and observed folds right into the meaning and intent of my Tanka. Yes, we must always try for sure!! It beats the negative alternative!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Heidi Sands

Date: 11/20/2018 5:13:00 PM

I like that. Never be afraid to try. Great one Gary :)

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/20/2018 5:25:00 PM

Hello Dear Heidi, I really appreciate your read and comment here. I tried to write this Tanka with an uplifting note. Yes, we should never be afraid to try. Best Wishes, Gary

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 11/20/2018 4:30:00 PM

Wise advice Gary. We would all live in harmony if everyone followed your advice. Lovely Tanka my friend! : ) xxoo

Gary Bateman
Date: 11/20/2018 5:06:00 PM

Hello Dear Connie, Thanks for your read and note here. Yes -- the message of this Tanka speaks to more of what "Happiness" could or should be ideally. Happiness does play a role for sure in each of our lives. No emotion or human concept can ever truly be the perfect result or thing. It doesn't hurt to try though. Best Wishes, Gary