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Partners in Building Happiness

War exposes the fragility of peace and the cruelty of power.

Yet even as violence dominates headlines, there are people who quietly choose another path—

to learn from history, to care for daily life, and to stand beside those in need.

This poem bears witness to an unending war and, at the same time,

affirms the resolve of community workers who dedicate themselves

to building happiness not through force, but through solidarity.

 

“Partners in Building Happiness”

 

At the end of February 2022, Russia suddenly invaded Ukraine.

Four full years have passed, and the war still continues.

To gain advantage in ceasefire talks, Russia does not loosen its attacks.

The arrogance of trampling an independent nation by violence

has spread even to the United States.

Law and justice yield to the logic of the strong,

and the world is exposed to a dangerous disorder.

Each time tragic news reports the loss of innocent lives,

those who know war tightly clench their hands.

 

Day by day, community welfare volunteers continued to learn.

They learned by watching the backs of senior members who had experienced war.

They were struck by the true intentions of seniors

who worked tirelessly, sacrificing themselves.

They imitated the actions of seniors

who sincerely wished for peace.

 

Day by day, community welfare volunteers color everyday life.

They wish to create ordinary lives where happiness and hardship are shared.

They wish to create lives where mutual support comes naturally.

They wish to create calm and peaceful lives

woven from bonds of “we help each other.”

 

Day by day, community welfare volunteers make every effort.

They stay close to those who weep in painful circumstances, offering care and compassion.

They devote their hearts to easing life, even if only a little.

They open their hearts to smiles that appear even amid harsh living conditions.

 

Day by day, community welfare volunteers become people of welfare.

They learn what must be done as individuals who bear responsibility for welfare.

They learn what must be done as individuals who help build a happy society.

They decide to live

as partners in building happiness.

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