The Joy I feel

At first I was no one

Sitting in the shadows

Thinking about life

And all its bad things

A friend spoke to me

And reminded me

Of a certain place

I didn't remember

After writing on there

With heart

With soul

A blanket of light began to come down

There was no word

No  imagery

To express how happy

This place was

Now I'm more confident

Outgoing

Cheerful

And feeling joy

That place has cradled me with kind arms

And thankful help

So

Here's a poem for you all

These are my words of gratitude

To show my joy

In a matter of days

I have recovered my youth

Life doesn't seem so horrible now

With my lover

With my friends

With you who encourage me

It's this joy I feel

When writing is accomplished

It's this joy I have

Thank you all

 

Author's Note

HAVE A THANK YOU NOTE, in the form of a letter ^w^

Reviews

[Harrisen Viator]

This is such a touching piece of poetry. I'm glad that you have been able to open up and see the good things in your life that bring you happiness. It's such a powerful thing to see how writing can have such a huge affect on people and their lives. You have a great skill at writing and you should be proud. I hope that you continue feeling happy and this makes me happy that other people were able to have such a positive impact on you. Gives me hope in the world.

[Astro]

I share many of these sentiments. Something beautiful takes place when a person can manipulate the alphabet and conjure up words heavy in emotion and release such great feeling. Keep writing Seimei everytime I read your words I see progress in your work.

[Breathetheair]

I think it is difficult to see blessings and goodness in life at times, but it's when we are down we should create a list of what is amazing in our lives. Keep it as a reminder for later. Thank you for sharing your piece.

[Ravyne Hawke]

It is an awesome feeling when you become overjoyed and your life is on the right path again.. I am so glad you found that and this is such a touching way to thank all involved.

[s y e]

Awwww, this was really sweet and touching. It's good to see your finding happiness!

[Barbara Walker]

Your emotion conveys well in this poem. "That place has cradled me with kind arms"-beautiful!

[Fabian G. Franklin]

How very sweet and heartwarming. I enjoyed this greatly. And I'm happy that you are finding happiness in your life.

[unsavable_soul]

Dear Seimei,
Surely you must jest, your work being equal too... us being the rest. You are a friend to all, here. Don't be mistaken we need you near. As water to a tree, we also have need. For with out the water, no tree would there be. You bring us hope, you helps us to cope. You bring us fresh flowers when you give us confidence that refuses to cower. Fifteen is hard to see in you, as pristine is how we describe the things you do. You give us knowledge, proving youth mustn't be in bondage. We are so glad you found "there"...
Because here...
for you...
WE ALL CARE...

With great love for the hope you instill for us all.
Sincerely
Christopher

[unsavable_soul]

P.s. I too have grown greatly from all here, including you...

[Rivaxorus]

qvq thanks

[Thomas Fitzgerald]

A touching and prcise piece that reads well and leads the reader to get more involved with feeling than wording, well done, good read.

[Rita L. Sev]

How nice! A sentiment of gratitude, wrapped in a great poem. Writing really does set us free to be ourselves, and it is so wonderful when we can share with like-minded folk! Keep writing!

[Jupiter]

This is very sweet. I love the idea of a thank you note in this format. I have known someone else this community has touched deeply.
You and your writings are always welcome here and I am happy to read them.