The first measures of your favorite song coming on the radio The lurch your stomach gives when you go too high on a swing Dancing in the rain, and splashing in the puddles The relief in flopping yourself down on your bed after a hard day Happy dreams The moment you realize there is one more cookie in the box Your favorite outfit Hugs from loved ones Discovering beautiful shells on the beach Waking up and realizing you still have a couple hours to sleep The joy of saying, “I love you” The joy of hearing it back Lazy Sunday afternoons Happy birthday wishes Deep, meaningful conversations with friends Little children running in the sun, enjoying life Helping a classmate with homework Reconnecting with old friends The awe you feel watching a sunset Raindrop races on windows That grin you give your friend across the room when the teacher says, “pick a partner” Hot showers after a good game Stuffed animals that don't mind being squeezed and cried on The tears and hugs of making up Realizing the moment you fall in love The congregation passionately singing your favorite hymn Spreading God's Word Puppies and kittens That text from the right person at the right time Surprising your friends with little gifts The smell of new books The smell of old books Capturing that perfect picture Your unknown potential God's love
Feel free to add more reasons in the comments! This poem is for anybody going through a rough time; don't worry, it will get better!