Classic Poem

Happiness betrays me—
Happiness slays me!

Sorrow was kind and loneliness was my sweet companion,
Denial gave me good gifts.
Now freedom is a bondage upon me.
And smoothness slackens my feet.

I will find my way back to the thorns;
I will find my way back again to the good thorns and steepness;

Happiness betrays me—
Happiness slays me.