Joy

• Caleb George, Grade 6, Australian Christian College - Southlands
• Poetry
• 2022

Excellence Award in the 'National Treasures 2022' competition

When i see myself in the bright shining mirror,
I just think that my entire self becomes clearer,
When Joy comes to me, I see myself laughing,
I also want to smile, start dancing and flying.
The taste of sweet old Joy,
Makes me want to remain a bright young boy,
With the shining tears I have in my eyes,
Lights up the darkness like fireflies.
When the joy comes to me,
I feel like I am climbing a tree,
When I look up to the cloudy sky,
I think that I could soar high.
I love this feeling of joy in my heart,
It is a great big piece of art,
This joy is a gift to have when I am on the ground,
So, if I am on the earth, I shall make a glorious sound.