The world around me is darkening
and I feel it’s drag, for it is contagious.
But I keep myself from getting down,
for you have asked me to write something cheerful.

Catch me in the mood, and I shall write something new.
Something splendid.
And you are right my pretty friend,
I ought to express the joy I have found.
I should smile more.

Look at you!
You are marvelous
and I know you.
That is my joy.

Listen!
I have learned the way of sounds
and praise the lord with these ways.
That is my joy.

Taste!
Not only has He made food sustaining,
but He has made it magnificent
in color and flavor.
That is my joy.

Open your eyes!
In all of creation is love,
it is everywhere.
The trees, the sky and you are all beautiful,
and I have held these things in my gaze.
That is my joy.

OH my pretty friend,
you are right!
I should write something joyful.
I should smile more.  :)