Happiness
The Pursuit of Happiness
Ultimate Declaration
of Independence
an 'unalienable right
endowed us by the Creator'
Yet, how to pursue such an intangible thing
How do mere humans -- 'joy to the world' bring
Where do we look for it? Where is it found?
Is Happiness in the air, on the sea, underground?
For whatever they're worth, here are my thoughts
Wrapped in rhyme verse, just perhaps not for naught
If you would be happy, help others be so
That's the main point; all the rest are for show
Help an old lady or man cross the street
Give a poor child a nutritious meal to eat
Greet one and all with a smile on your face
Be it at home, out in public, or in your workplace
Listen to everyone's problems as if they're your own
Imagine they're royalty, perched on their throne
And you a mere subject, aching to please them
Their every concern yours, a bejeweled diadem
Weep with them, rejoice with them
Share their ups and downs
Their troubles, your troubles
From sun-up to sundown
If they lose their job, don't you rest till they've another
Their fortunes, your fortunes; you are their blood brother
Make the happiness of others priority number one
~ Your life's race will surely be most happily run
Copyright © Gershon Wolf | Year Posted 2018
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