THE JOY OF LIFE

Nothing in the world can compare
the joy of the mother who gives birth
whose child is her part, so rare
and she alone, can know the child's worth

everyone looks for happiness in their lives
they look for means by which
they feel, happiness can thrive.
But doesn't happiness go away?
and sadness makes its way
People aren't always happy
Joy isn't always to stay

People run after money
feeling it'll make them happy
little do they realize
that money only adds to their misery
True joy comes from within
it comes from contentment
from achievement
from victory over sin
Ever tried to make someone happy and
seen what it does to you?
you grow happier and content
in a way so true.
Pain is everywhere
suffering and despair
Pain gives way to joy
If there is no pain
there is no suffering
and there is no realization
of life's offering.

Happy is the one who lives life as it comes
the one who has fewer demands
from life, from God
and ultimately, joy is the reward.