Happiness Poem by Barry Middleton

Happiness

Rating: 5.0


taking only what it needs
the flower is nourished

to want more than needed
creates misery

defeat brings anguish
victory brings arrogance

there is no happiness
in the poison of hatred

there is no happiness
in the prison of fear

peace is like a nesting bird
at harmony with grace

only the treasure of health
is worth possessing

peace in solitude
is like a star at midnight

happiness is a reflection
a flickering candle

Happiness
Monday, January 23, 2017
Topic(s) of this poem: happiness
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Nosheen Irfan 25 January 2017

So full of wisdom. Great depth. Something that life teaches us but only the wise learn. A work of deep insight n vision. A perfect 10.

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Barry Middleton 25 January 2017

Thanks Nosheen, I appreciate your comments and praise always.

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Dimitrios Galanis 24 January 2017

The most wise thoughts in beatifully painted verses!

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Barry Middleton 25 January 2017

Thanks Dimitrios, glad you liked it. Happiness should be so easy but it is quite elusive in reality. I tried to capture the simplicity. .

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