Laugh Lines

All these wrinkles on my face
Just in case you haven't guessed
Are laugh lines that I've placed there 
So you don't see the many tears 

Cause if I didn't laugh I'd cry 
At the signs of the times 
That's why you find these tears I hide 
Behind all of these laugh lines
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Godwin Avatar
December 20, 2017 at 4:23 PM
Me, too, and I'm so glad you handed me the reason for them. This is hard hitting inside wit and I really like it. Way to go, Mike! All the best ... CayCay
Thomas Avatar
December 20, 2017 at 4:01 PM
Definitely one many should understand. Great write Mike :)
Hoffman Avatar
December 19, 2017 at 8:13 PM
I can relate…crows feet city! Nicely done Mike!~Che :)
Wanter Avatar
December 19, 2017 at 6:19 PM
I'm with you, Mike! Y'Oughta see my laugh lines.
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