Happiness vs Joy <<>> A Comparison (poem) by Jms Bell on AuthorsDen

Happiness vs Joy <<>> A Comparison
by Jms Bell → (All Poetry by Jms Bell)
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If we are very honest with ourselves, sometimes, there really isn't anything to be particularly 'happy' about. Indeed there can be times in life when we are hit hard and filled with pressing circumstances that leave one without anything to smile about. But we smile and we laugh anyway because deep inside there is a 'reason' to go on. From where does this 'second wind' come? What is it that lights up what should be a very, very sad countenance...?

H appiness depends on happenings...when all is well... A mid good times...laced with tranquility...a quell. P articularly there when life is going as good as one thinks it should... P ersonable cares are safe...vanquishing need for 'hard times' hood. I noperative are glum thoughts when out of the blue...happiness bids adieu. N erve racking ramifications bring on alterations...seek the antidote... E mbodied deep within your soul...His Joy...a lifesaving envoy...you float. S inging is the last thing you want to do...but a song comes as you go thru S smiling is automatic...from where?...it's Jesus...alleviating your tears. V isions from 'happy days' tries to erase your calm...it'll plague your mind... S ingularly...without His 'remedy'...you cannot find 'peace' sublime. J oy is so needed...it can't be taken away...earth has no ploy... O bstacles become a stepping stone to Him...who is our sustainer...our hoy! Y es...happiness comes and goes but give me Joy...His forever present alloy. Ps 16:11, HABAK 2:17-18, ISA 12:2-3 joyce m bell 5/7/2009
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Reviewed by Barbara Henry

Reviewed on September 21, 2022

Great work of art, Joyce. You have done an excelleent job of describing the difference between happiness and joy, and I agree!
Thank you for sharing this sublime offering with us here in The Den, continued success-

Barbara J.

Reviewed by m j hollingshead

Reviewed on June 12, 2017

I always enjoy your powerful take on common bonds

acrostic is one of my fav styles of poetry
m

Reviewed by lois christensen

Reviewed on July 31, 2014

IT DOES HELP TO READ STATEMENTS LIKE THIS, jOY TO YOU, ALWAYS!

Reviewed by Lori Moore

Reviewed on November 9, 2009

Wonderful words.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Thank you for sharing this meaningful acrostic, Joyce. Love and blessings to you,

Regis

Reviewed by E T Waldron

He not only gives you joy,Joyce, He inspires you with wisdom and fills you with His love to share so we can learn from you! Superb work!

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings

Profound words! written bringing hope and blessings,
What a joy indeed to read, enriching me today! Thanks
Joyce and may the Lord always richly bless and sustsin
you and your family!

Much Love,
Margaret

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on November 8, 2009

Thanks for sharing this fine offering!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Patrick Granfors

Reviewed on November 7, 2009

Thanks for the guide to the second wind! Patrick

Reviewed by Daniel Keith

The love of our Lord always brings us joy and happiness when all else fails. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Great write, Joyce.

Reviewed by Victoria's Poetry & Voices of Muse

you're very correct Joyce, Life is Hard...love is easy though
and happyness...happens...
and of course may your heart alwasy be embraced with joy
Peace, Love & Inspirations
Vickie

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Joyce you sure wrapped so much of life's emotions in the gem of a poem, I so enjoyed and we must look within
Love and Blessings
Christine

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

If every heart is a shrine, then...Joy most be a celestial chant.

Georg

Reviewed by Kate Clifford

Reviewed on November 6, 2009

Wisdom shines in this write.

Reviewed by Kathy Armijo

To believe in Him gives us both happiness and joy. You speak volumes of truth and witness to His goodness. Thank you for such an inspirational and insightful poem.

God bless you. Kathy

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver

Wow Joyce,
Your verses brings joy to my heart. I simply love this poem. As always very well penned. You words have infused me much delight and hope. Thank you
Nicole