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A Recipe For Happiness

I need a recipe for instant happiness, For all that are feeling sad I'd start with a ray of sunshine That doesn't sound too bad Next, a sweet smile Or a baby's toothless grin, It stands out a mile As you start to mix it in This happiness recipe For all to feel and see It needs a pinch of wit From all the family A cuddle, Hug and kiss That would be hard to resist The tapping of feet To music loud and clear Someone shouting "Cheers," As he handed around beers. The sound of a piano A kitten on the keys An old gentleman dancing With bow legs and knobbly knees. A friendly Hub Hub a buzz of happiness That would be an excellent start for the recipe. I guess.

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Bill Baker

Date: 10/30/2022 9:59:00 AM

Sounds like you're on to a happiness recipe to me, Shirley. All that fun has got to help. :-) Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 10/31/2022 4:03:00 PM

We must try to look on the bright side of life if we can. Thank you, Bill, for making my day brighter with your kind comments. Take care, Shirley

Deb M

Date: 10/28/2022 10:00:00 PM

Excellent poem Sweet soul Shirley….the simple pleasures of happiness! Debx

Rico Leffanta

Date: 10/26/2022 11:06:00 AM

We all could certainly do with more of it in our lives! Aloha!

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 10/31/2022 4:10:00 PM

Indeed, we could, Rico.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/26/2022 1:08:00 AM

How much we need happiness. A recipe I must take note of. Truly a wonderful poem.

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 10/31/2022 4:13:00 PM

We do, indeed, Victor. I sincerely trust that you are having a happy day. Thank you for your uplifting comment. Take care, Shirley

Gershon Wolf

Date: 10/25/2022 7:13:00 PM

The baby does it for me. Hard not to smile gazing upon the innocence of babes! Thanks, Shirley

Shirley Hawkins
Date: 10/31/2022 4:16:00 PM

I agree, Gershon. Thank you for your encouragement. Take care, Shirley