Smile

Smile

I am still smiling.
No lottery won.
No jackpot uncovered.
The early morning wind caresses my cheeks,
And I feel loved once again.


~ Uche Chidozie Okorie
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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June 22, 2014 at 11:58 AM
Chidozie, Congratulations, enjoyed stopping by to view, every featured poem, on the soups Home Page. Take Care & Have Fun this coming week..... Luve Linda
Kimathi Avatar
June 20, 2014 at 8:58 AM
A poem for reminding one the importance of smiling. Wonderful piece!
Mehta Avatar
June 20, 2014 at 7:03 AM
Congratulations on your poem being featured this week. an enjoyable piece
Andresen Avatar
December 23, 2013 at 5:54 AM
- Thank you for sharing this SMIL poem with me - very well written! - Wishing you a peaceful and happy Christmas - Many good wishes for the year 2014! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Gregory Avatar
December 5, 2013 at 10:02 AM
simply said but deeply felt...like this
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December 5, 2013 at 7:21 AM
Smile on
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