No Endless Sorrow, No Boundless Joy

1. Sorrow entered, so cold and deep, As if it came the soul to keep. It seemed it never would depart, A shadow cast upon the heart. But then came joy, so bright, so fair, It lit the world with gentle care. It felt as though it ne'er would cease, A time of light, a time of peace. 2. The sweet Spring came with blooms anew, With skies of gold and morning dew. The birds began their songs to raise— It seemed we'd live in endless days. But Winter swept across the land, With frozen breath and icy hand. The leaves were gone, the flowers too, The birds were still, the sky turned blue. O Traveler, choose your path with grace, Each road will fade without a trace. No grief remains, nor joy can stay— All things must pass along the way.