I have found

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that oftentimes sadness creeps in.

and usually we allow it to.

we allow this dark creature into our brains

into our hearts without a fight.

but i've also found that if we try,

sadness can be pushed back.

it can be taken by surprise

and transported far far away.

all that's required is the company

of friends to remind us to smile,

a book that's a favorite, or simply

stepping outside.

smell the air and watch the trees dance

and show sadness it's not needed here.

it's truly as simple as that.