I love my life, my life is good
Even when I feel misunderstood
I've come to see and realize
That joy sometimes comes in disguise
 
And when the seems hard to bear
And when nobody seems to care
Tears wash my eyes and cleanse my soul
And help me see a nobler goal
 
For without struggles, strife and pain
How could my life move forward, gain
The higher place I need to be
And flowers bloom inside of me
 
Pain only makes the joy so sweet
And sorrow gives me swifter feet
To run with laughter in this race
And lets my heart receive more grace
 
I love my life, much love abounds
Listen, hear this joy I've found
Take, eat this overwhelming fruit
And join me in this great pursuit

© Jerry Caspell