Americans Say, "we Are Fine"

Here, in the Russia, we know 
about American "OK!" or " fine!"
Maybe, indeed
These words are the most right.
But I cannot say "I am fine", 
If I have the hard problems.
Instead I share them with my friends,
Who will hear me, understand me, 
Who, maybe, will give me a good advice.
My friends tell me 
about their hard problems also, 
And I always try to help to them.
Yes, when I am feeling bad, 
I answer ," not well".
Many persons in Russia do too. 
My dearest American friends!
If even you do not like it,
I ask you,
Tell me, please, about your problems,
And I shall hear you ,
I shall give you my kind words,
my understanding
and good advice. 
But anyway, I ask you,
"Be happy!
Be "fine"!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Suzadail Jr. Avatar
May 29, 2011 at 4:47 PM
It has been a long time, Dina. We each have our share of darkness. Wishing you well. Vince
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