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Where To Find a Smile

Being happy is found deep within ourselves...
It can't be bought or found on a empty shelve...
Nor can it be copied or stolen from another smile...
It has to be built from the bottom up with a loving style...
When it comes around hold it tight with respect and care...
It can easily be swiped away from a life not fair...



inspired by P.D.

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Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 4/28/2012 7:06:00 AM

wishing u & Rosanna a lovely 15th anniversary Michael luv.. hope your celebration is wonderful.. saw your blog but ..as u know.. am staying clear of PS... I will be writing both poetry and stories on Writers-Network.com as they are a quality site.. we will be leaving Italy May 4th for NJ.. will wait to call u then.. been reading your book again.. perhaps give me incentive to write a new one.. of love poems.. talk soon.. JG im HA mode for two lovebirds.. xoxo

Lizzie Treetop

Date: 2/25/2012 4:08:00 PM

A great truth spoken Michael. So enjoyed this!

George Aul

Date: 2/13/2012 3:49:00 PM

Very true words.........George

Dinda Minardi

Date: 2/13/2012 9:11:00 AM

Hold the smile tight with respect and care, since it can easily be swiped away from a life not fair.. Very true! As long as you can smile no need to worry about. Great writings, Michael. :) Being published is such a brightest bless from God, and having an inspiring friend keeps it shine brightly, that bless :)

Cindy Lu

Date: 2/13/2012 7:29:00 AM

:) a real one. You know the sermon this week was on saying: life isn't fair, as to complain, when God has given so much and we have free will. your poetry just happen to metion so. God bless Michale, Cindy

Lisa Cooper

Date: 2/12/2012 5:55:00 PM

lucky PD she is a wonderful inspiration to all soupers!

Tim B

Date: 2/12/2012 4:30:00 PM

Well said, and wise nuggets of truth in all the words. Love that line 'It has to be built from the bottom up with a loving style...', great end rhymes as always my friend, and a great poem.

Kevin Clark

Date: 2/12/2012 4:25:00 PM

Such true poetic words. Thanks for sharing

Deb Wilson

Date: 2/12/2012 3:53:00 PM

Ah such truth you speak Michael..another beauty from your talented heart..love,Deb

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/12/2012 1:01:00 PM

Yes, sometimes life that is not fair can steal the smile but that inner joy will regain its bubble and come back up to host the smile upon the face again..Enjoyed reading very much..I am still thinking about my work "Yellow Frill"...I not exactly sure how to go about the finish for the poem..It is speaking to me but can't get a handle on it..Sara

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 2/12/2012 9:39:00 AM

excellent expressions within these powerful lines Michael luv.. always amazing your thoughts and imagery luv.. don't forget to send me your mailing address again as I do not have it here..so book transaction will be complete luv.. thannkxxx.. J.G. always and forever ..xoxoxo..

Wilma Neels

Date: 2/12/2012 9:03:00 AM

Love the wisdom in this write Michael, I always enjoy your gems and this one is no different. Missed reading you too.. Hope your day is a nice and relaxing one :) Sun is still out and about over here and it is already 6pm :) love and hugs - Wilma

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/12/2012 8:50:00 AM

good morning, I love having a reason to force myself to log on in the morning. I also enjoy that i inspired your reasonable poem. as far as happiness..i have it all... especially when it comes to faking the meaning of happiness.. I think that is one of my many talents.. holding a smile with no meaning. but, your right Michael, i can't imagine my life without. im a crazy skit Skat. I smile when there's no reason to smile. he he..thank you... pd

Avis Bailey

Date: 2/12/2012 8:42:00 AM

Michael, you write with such wisdom! So true and so beautifully written. Have a great day, Avis