The long road of life is not always smooth <br /> And cuts and scratches can be hard to soothe. <br /> And sometimes it's hard to understand why <br /> I can't find my way, let alone just try. <br /> <br /> I've had my share of life's ups and downs <br /> And have reasons not to smile but to frown. <br /> But why should I so miserable be <br /> And make everyone sad along with me? <br /> <br /> When I smile it can ease all of my pain <br /> And others see sunshine in the midst of rain. <br /> So when life is rough and tears overflow <br /> I ask God to give smiles as on I go. <br /> <br /> This hasn't been easy to learn all this <br /> And life isn't always sweetness and bliss. <br /> I can't be joyful without God on my side <br /> And in His strong arms there's a place to hide. <br /> <br /> I pray for you that you can find this true <br /> So you can be joyful through your life too. <br /> Then we can comfort each other in pain <br /> And in God's joy our lives can remain.<br /><br />Joy E. Krumdiack<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/my-joy-2/
