Life Ain'T For Sissies

Living life sure ain't for sissies
It takes a strong and a willing heart
To conquer the everyday problems
Greeting them with a smile is an art

It's easy to give in to doom and gloom
To grumble and always complain
But no one's gonna help make it better
You're the one holding the reins

Here's what I learned a long while ago
If you greet everyone with a smile
Chances are they'll smile right back
You've made someone happy for a while

But listen to this, there's a residual effect
You've raised your spirits as well
You'll go around with song in your heart
You'll be ringing the happiness bell

So the end result of all of this chatter
You control how your day will turn out
Happy as a lark or filled with despair
The choice is what life's all about!

©Jack Ellison 2012
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012


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Date: 3/27/2016 7:36:00 PM
There's a lot of truth in your words here, Jack. Life isnt always easy, but staying positive is a must. We got to get through life together! "You control how your day will turn out Happy as a lark or filled with despair The choice is what life's all about!" I will remember that for sure!!! Always, Laura
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Jack Ellison
Date: 3/27/2016 9:20:00 PM
The word for today is... POSITIVE!!! Happy you liked this one!!! Love, Jack xoxox
Date: 8/23/2012 9:42:00 PM
awee... thank you for the smiles,,, and something to think about... good night...pd
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Date: 8/24/2012 4:51:00 AM
Thanks again PD! Keep smiling and stay happy... love and hugs, Jack xxxxxx
Date: 8/23/2012 5:56:00 AM
So true... nice work... Terry
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Date: 8/23/2012 6:03:00 AM
Hey hey! Top of the morning to you, Terry! Thanks, Jack
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