Happiness

The pursuit of happiness,

A declaration, or simply a film.

A goal in life,

A dream.

To pursue it when it’s already there,

Are we truly aware?

What is happiness?

A full belly, a full plate.

Does it escape?

Or do we banish it upon a whim?

Is it found in righteousness or the darkest sin?

I wish I knew, confusion sometimes blinds.

Am I at peace with happiness, is it a friend of mine?

I see it, I feel it, I love it.

I’ve found it in fits and starts.

I think I’ve decided.

Happiness is in mine, it’s in all of our hearts.