Gloom & Joy

Gloom is a grey and cloudy day
It sounds like a heavy rain
It tastes like charcoal in my mouth
It smells like a burnt piece of toast
Gloom feels like soggy clothing.

Joy is an innocent smile of a child
It sounds like a room full of laughter
Joy tastes like sweet candy
It smells like a field of wild flowers
Joy feels like a long awaited kiss.

October 2005