An Untapped Universe Poem by RoseAnn V. Shawiak

Lasting happiness is not a part of earthly life,
there are too many trials, too much suffering,
to contain any joy for any length of time.

We have within each of us an untapped universe,
waiting to be explored and understood.

Standing just the other side of this edge, I
have begun to adventure into it with eyes wide
open, hoping to discover soon, the secret of
what I am about.

Roaming inner paths never before walked upon,
searching untiringly in wonder and awe aware of
immediate surroundings.

Reaching out, touching with all senses, every
new sight, texture, sound and smell.

All is clearer than it has ever been before,
focused, steady, reliable and forever mine.