WHERE THE HEART IS

So many find it hard to grasp
the elusive happiness,
when you ask someone, they often say
it’s anybody’s guess.

Like ants upon a sandy mound
we scurry to and fro,
in search of this happiness
that all people long to know.

It comes not from things abundant
nor from drugs you sniff or smoke,
it’s not in promiscuity
or laughing at some nasty joke.

These things are what the world provides
false and lasting but a blink,
in a fog of phony empty lies
into Satan’s hands they sink.

The place where happiness is found
is deep within your heart,
just say in all sincerity
Lord, come in and help me start.

To know You in a way profound
is to know true happiness,
to know You’ll love me always
puts all my fears to rest.

Oh my Jesus, thank You
for Your faithfulness to all,
You opened up our clouded eyes
and muted ears now hear Your Call.

Margaret Rose Larrivee
Mar. 24, 2007