Give Us Your Joy

If someone has loved you well or helped you remember the things we must remember, if someone's voice has pulled you through the fog or if their words have landed true, if someone has shown courage - or kindled your courage, if someone has stuck around or concocted beauty or reminded you to laugh, if someone has joined you in your wake, cursing your isolation or your demons, if someone has taught you when to listen generously and when to walk past fools, if someone has been a lover or a friend -- tell them.



And tell them often. We all need to hear the goodness that's in us. Don't hold back; don't cache your words or the innocence and hope they carry. Don't be timid with your enthusiasm. We need all the light we can get in this world - don't you dare veil any of yours. Heave whatever you have upon our shoulders, and let us feel the weight of your joy.





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