Life Is What You Want It

Greet a smile 
To one you hate
Tears turn to joy.

Look not beyond
Focus what's reach
Start a step.

Reach what is real
Live with real joy
Life is too short.

No one can help
If you should live
A humdrum life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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De Beaulieu Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Hello Hugo, I agree with the last line. Yes life is too short. I like reach for what is real. Live with joy. Love you more. //Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
February 18, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Hello Hugo, You are welcome. oh! Your welcome. Much love here. /Darlene/
Sarvida Jr. Avatar
February 18, 2025 at 6:39 AM
Thank you, Darlene for your wonderful words. It makes my heart fat. I appreciate your love./Hugo.
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