The Traveler

The traveler among us 

goes to many places 

seen and beyond 

the visual state of mind. 

Bad intent follows him 

each and every step, 

but with a smile 

of gratitude 

he thanks them 

as they pass. 

With sarcastic laughter 

thinking he's been bested 

they cannot see the joy 

in the miles that he walks. 

"I wish you happiness" he speaks 

as they all shove past. 

"I wish you the joy and luck 

with which I have been blessed." 

Eyebrows raised with confusion 

they continue on their way. 

"What a foolish man." 

is what they have to say. 

How can he be happy, 

or feel so wonderful 

when everybody else around 

is absolutely miserable! 

"You're not the same, 

you don't belong. 

Go away and disappear." 

 

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Better to live this life 

as an individual 

rather than graze with the sheep 

and be utterly predictable.

 

He smiles and travels on.