We must find joy in our lives
even though
the news suggests otherwise.
We must be able to laugh
even though
sorrow has draped the neighbor's door.
We must be able to smile
even though
women lose their breasts every day.
We must eat and give thanks
even though
people are starving across the sea.
We must hug and kiss our babies
even though
there are orphans everywhere.
We must do what we can do
even though
it is not enough.
Joanne Cucinello 2010
