Joy Ride

Express gratitude,
ignore platitudes;
bliss is in small things
like hope a friend brings.

A loyal pets love,
warms you like a glove,
and kissing a child
makes problems seem mild.

A walk in the park,
removes all the dark
thoughts, fears and worries,
you can't feel surly.

It's the little things
that makes your heart sing;
chasing importance
gives life no substance.

Be thankful each day;
be prepared to say,
life is a joy ride
to embrace, not hide.