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Happy is an Inside Job

Submitted by Rosewood Apothecary on Sat, 2023-11-11 05:49

In this place of inner peace
I aspire to reside
Within the sphere of my control
Is where I might decide

Sow the seeds of happiness
Plant and tend with care
Or just neglect the garden
Or water it with fears

Maybe make no choice at all
Then certainly I’d lose
Happy is an inside job
One I have to choose

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Structured: Western
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I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back
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Last few words: 
Really going through some feelings lately. Choosing positivity isn’t always easy or accessible
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Editing - polished draft
Content level: 
Not Explicit Content

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RoseBlack

Sun, 2023-11-12 10:59

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And such an honest write! Sometimes choosing positive feels absolutely impossible. It feels like the well of happiness runs dry when we desperately need it most. Where I am on some things at the moment as well, hoping that since one positive came through, perhaps the rest will follow suit. Wishing you all the best and always here if you need an ear.

~RoseBlack~

nokros

Thu, 2024-02-22 04:52

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quite expressive and touching.

Candlewitch

Thu, 2024-02-22 08:14

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Positive is a good aim. Keep your eyes on the prize! Just concentrate on the good things, I know that you can do it!

*hugs, Cat

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