Sparks of Inspiration

I am amazed at the intricacies of life around me

The spread of beauty that enthrals my soul

The hues and colors that refresh my heart

And enthuses me to do good things.

Some things stand out amidst the squalor of despair

Some tiny brave hearts and some large but gentle souls

The stark contrast of extremes that play together

And weave a beautiful tapestry of life.

Life emerging from the cracks and crevices around

The rays of light reflecting from a tiny little stone

Transforming a dark and dingy hole

Into a lit palace laden with treasures.

I feel happy when I see goodness in unlikely places

The strings of hope sing songs that bless my heart

My feet wait to dance with joy never ending

My eyes shed a tear of joy at the victory.

In a dark and weary day as I walk the roads of life

Seeing a little bird or butterfly refreshes me

A feeling of bliss passes like a whiff of sweet perfume

When I smell the fragrance of the land bathed in the first shower.

I have a treasure chest of memories

Filled with the awesomeness of little things

Whenever I feel down with discouragement

I look for these sparks of inspiration.