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Laugh

When the silence came 

And my breath fell short 

I forgot what it was all for 

I let go of all that was eating me alive 

And within the peace that followed 

Came a voice

So softly spoken

Whispering a reminder

That happiness is found within

The heart is but a gateway

Our passions are the boat

And how we navigate the seas

And guide those lost along the way

Is how we strengthen the spirit

But to find peace here and now

And see the humour

In all of life's mysteries

Is to be truly happy

When you can laugh 

Knowing that we're all on

The same journey

That is when you will find peace

And you will find happiness

Young Peaceful Warrior.

Your soul has been in this game

Longer than you know.

◄ Wounds.

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Uilleam Ó Ceallaigh

Thu 18th May 2023 09:35

Thanks Eric.
I think humour / comedy is so effective because it points out the absurdity of life, releasing certain tensions- hence "black humour" which helps us deal with physically or emotionally painful situations.

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keith jeffries

Thu 18th May 2023 06:21

"And see the humour in all life's mysteries". These lines stood out in the middle of this poem. How true, especially in a world which takes itself so seriously. The gift of laughter is one to be heard and rejoiced in.
Thank you for this,
Keith

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