Smile

Have you ever noticed
How a smile's the perfect start
To brighten any stranger's day
Or to melt the coldest heart

It can even turn away anger
As things get out of hand
Or used to show confusion
When we don't quite understand

A smile can show compassion
To a child who's lost their way
Or comfort one who's lonely
To show them it's ok

It also shows affection
And tells them that you care
It evens tells someone you're shy
Or thank you when they share

So keep a smile within you
And hide it in your heart
For when it's time to change the world
You can do your part
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Taylor Avatar
May 5, 2010 at 6:47 AM
It made me smile. Great words. How true.
Joseph Avatar
February 11, 2010 at 11:17 AM
So true and so reassuring...
Palli Avatar
February 11, 2010 at 8:26 AM
Beautiful words
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