Edward Ibeh Poet Free verse

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The Wonder of a Smile

Faces, familiar and strange 
                               Imitate a smile
              Smile at everyone, it does wonders
                   Smile as you greet strangers
            It will brighten up their day, and yours
        Smile widely at a sullen face, and watch it
            Magically transform into a smile, too
                   If it doesn't, never lose yours
      A smile is a wondrous thing; try it more often
       You'll see that you feel better about yourself
             Smile and take the wind out the sails 
             Of someone making your life a chore
                      Flash those pearly whites
               And people will likely do the same
               Not to mention, they will treat you 
            As though you're a friend, or a neighbor
         A smile puts one in a better frame of mind
                     It's a wondrous thing, indeed



Date written and posted: 01/03/2019

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Kim Merryman June 6, 2021 at 7:09 PM I like this, Edward! So encouraging and upbeat with a positive message! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M Edward Ibeh June 6, 2021 at 8:12 PM Thank you very much, Kim:-)

Sotto Poet June 5, 2021 at 7:09 AM Congratulations, Edward, you deserve this win with a great inspiring poem. Have a nice weekend. Edward Ibeh June 5, 2021 at 11:09 AM Thank you so much, Lasaad:-) Have a nice weekend, too, my friend.

Nette Onclaud January 4, 2019 at 3:16 PM so true, a smile can lift even the heaviest of hearts,edward.. really, a splendid take on the theme... huggs Edward Ibeh January 4, 2019 at 3:20 PM Thank you so much, Nette!:-)

Vijay Pandit January 4, 2019 at 7:27 AM Wonderful sentiments..enjoyed reading your message, Edward. Edward Ibeh January 4, 2019 at 12:14 PM Thank you very much, Vijay!:-)