Happiness

Happiness comes when it's least expected.

It slips in quietly - like a ghost -

Undetected.

It comes in different forms.

Often, rarely,

Away too long, never stays too long.

Found in a note, a flower, a smile.

If I were stronger I’d say this louder

My friends, I don't know what to say

All this happiness is underway

Rare to find such a wonderful sight,

True happiness brings such a delight.

But much like the rain -

It comes in an instant, an hour, a minute.

And leaves even quicker,

Forever imprinted.

Let it in while it's present.

When it's gone let it go.

If you hold it too tight it'll grow demented

Happiness is happiness no matter where or how.

Be careful,

You'll miss it.

Take the time, look around.

- S.C. 2017