He sits alone, lost in thought,
Gazing out the window, as if caught
In the moment, realizing the truth:
Nothing lasts forever, that's the proof.
He longs for something more, something true,
A joy that endures and lasts through
All the struggles and all the pain,
A happiness that forever will remain.
He realizes that nothing is set in stone,
That all the joy he's ever known
Will one day fade and be no more,
Leaving behind only memories to adore.
So he makes a vow to live in the present,
To cherish every moment and be content
With the joys that life brings each day,
To keep the illusion of permanence at bay.
For happiness is not a destination, it's true,
But a journey we all must travel through,
And every step we take along the way
Is worth it, for the memories that stay.
So let's smile and embrace the journey ahead,
And cherish the moments, both good and bad,
For life has so much wonder in store,
And joy to fill our hearts even more.
