*wanting What I Have Vs. Having What I Want Poem by shannon wright
*wanting What I Have Vs. Having What I Want
how often have I thought I knew what happiness was?
always in the future, just beyond my reach.
how many times have I arrived at my destination
to realize something is still wanting?
that what I have in my hand is not what I want after all.
and the bliss I was looking for must be postponed
until yet another milestone is reached.
each time I arrive at what should be making me happy,
I discover some blemish or disappointment has snatched away
my rightful bounty of contentment.
After so many years of feeling the victim,
I must (finally) look to myself for the answers.
wanting what I have vs having what I want.
1-26-08
Is happiness necessarily ephemeral? I've often thought that, though, when I grasp it in my hand I feel such delight. In any event, I enjoyed this work and I will likely come back later to read it again. Peace, L&T
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4/28/2024 2:05:51 AM # 1.0.0.1119
This poem while well-written really stands out for its common sense, wise message. I enjoyed it quite a bit.