Simple Things

Life can be difficult 
   but there are 
ways to assuage the pain
  Take joy in simple things!
  A smile, a handshake, a heartfelt greeting 
  A glass of cool water - a tasty morsel
Knock down the barriers 
   that bottle up joy 
Look up and kiss the blue sky 
Sweet rain will soon come 
Flowers will soon rise up from the earth 
Take joy in simple things
It is the path to freedom
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018


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Date: 10/14/2018 12:10:00 PM
Yes, agreed; and those simple things bring such joy and fulfillment to one's life.
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Date: 9/30/2018 4:11:00 PM
Gratitude for the simple things is gratitude for the purest, truest gifts with the biggest magnitude - that's my personal view and enjoyed hearing it as expressed by you in this uplifting poem. I am grateful that you wrote it. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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Date: 9/28/2018 9:51:00 PM
Just came by to say hi!!
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Date: 9/28/2018 7:06:00 PM
the simple things in life can mean so much Matthew, a joy to read, thanks for sharing:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 9/28/2018 5:06:00 PM
your sense of enthusiasm is infectious, matt...a splendid work, ohhh...huggs
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Date: 9/27/2018 5:06:00 PM
Yes, that's a beautiful sentiment, as well as, great advice; it's those simple things that often mean the most.
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Date: 9/26/2018 3:30:00 PM
this is super nice. One of your best poems yet!
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