Pleasure

 

For the journey towards fate

'Tis for pleasure I advocate

seduced by the sirens' sweet call

having seen gratification, I want it all

but some delights seem to shy away

just as summer clouds do sun betray

and the contentment of personal recognition

of gaining distinction in obscure conditions

is like licking the sores of aspirations

that bring joy in anticipation

of thrills filled with addictive needs

including the blissful sting of pain, indeed

Then, with mindful persistence

rapture flies beyond penitence

And in spite of everything

I am delighted with my offerings

a result of persistent works without end

happy with pleasing a few friends

My spirit revels in the accolades

that suddenly burst from cloud borne shade

with contentment for pleasures' sake

enjoyment in self-delight I undertake

with my shadow that loves sunlight

taking relish strolling in my sight

'Tis not a reflection but a happy projection

of my cheerful life in sunny motion