A Day So Long

A day so long, it seems to stretch 

Endless hours, without a sketch 

Of respite or relief in sight 

Just endless work and endless plight.

 

The sun beats down with fervent heat 

A cruel reminder of defeat 

As sweat drips down my weary brow 

I wonder why I'm here, and how 

I'll make it through this endless day 

That seems to never fade away.

 

But then I take a breath and see 

The beauty all around me 

The blue sky and the verdant trees 

The rustling of the summer breeze 

And suddenly, my heart is light 

And I can make it through this fight.

 

For though the day may be so long 

And though it seems that I don't belong 

In this world of endless toil 

I know that I can still find joy 

In the small moments that make life 

A wondrous journey, free from strife.

 

So let me face this day with grace 

And let me find a peaceful place 

Within myself, where I can rest 

And be content, and be my best 

Until the day is finally done 

And I can say that I have won.