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Joe Riggs was a professional clown
who was forbidden to show a frown.
His smile was painted on
fans saw 'twas a con
when his makeup performed a meltdown.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Allison Avatar
April 21, 2016 at 2:02 AM
People in general sure do paint on a smile Paul in reality many are very sad people:-( hugs Jan xx
Schneiter Avatar
April 21, 2016 at 10:02 AM
It has been said that if we knew the extent to which others are hurting but hide it behind a happy face, we would be more loving, more tolerant, more caring. You speak the truth, Jan. Thanks for commenting.
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