REASONS TO SMILE

At this uncertain time in our history…
when every day our own government
gives us a hundred reasons to cry…
with actions contemptible and vile…
may we be blessed with the fortitude
the courage
and the perseverance…
to give the world 
a thousand reasons to smile.
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February 17, 2026 at 3:41 AM
An important message of courage. Thanks for sharing!
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