A day is spent seeking normal outcomes,

with the flash of a smile, lives can be turned

from struggling emotions, to almost laughter.

It’s not silly to imagine that being wonderful

given the struggles our days bring upon us all.

It’s easy to fall deep into a rut of despair, all

bright moments suddenly beaconed by time.

Today began with a bit of coffee and a dog walk.

The greatest mistake was listening to the news,

peril and confusion is all that can be found now.

Finding a path out of such atrocious reality is

our certain struggle. We can do things locally.

Walking in fresh air, imagining scents of summer.

A day’s risk might suddenly turn into wealth.

The kind of riches that allow us to live our lives

where genuine heart and soul come into play.