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What a Smile Can Do
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What a Smile Can Do |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria 
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What a Smile Can Do If you meet someone whose spirits are low, One you know whose pleasures are few, Give them a smile and then you will know What the magic of a smile can do. If someone is downcast & unhappy with life As if they are the only ones bearing a cross, Feeling sorry for themselves after being in strife And ever ready to argue the toss. Point out to them the good things they enjoy, Perhaps change the way of their living style, If unwilling to change, their soul it will destroy But above all, give them a generous warm smile. Perhaps in a dream you see a beautiful girl With her face enhanced by a beautiful smile, Then the dream falters & flutters & fades away Like the mists on some Ithacan Isle. A smile is something that sticks in your mind, It’s like a tonic that you cannot adjourn, You would like to see a stranger being so kind By giving you something back in return. When you walk down the street & give a stranger a nod And in return a friendly smile might make it’s debut You naturally feel a warm feeling inside For that is what a smile can do. Lindsay Wilson |
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Member Seraphic
since 2000-01-18
Posts 22676with you |
Definitely!  |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Ditto Sea, that is what a smile can do for sure! Well done Mate. Oh, I wanted to show you this exercise in the Poetry Workshop too  Australia |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
LindsayP - to see your smile in your photo will bring anyone that is a little down up to a smile also. Well done, and very nice write... BC |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: Thank you, dear Lindsay, for this wonderful reminder. I have just had similar thoughts. No doubt our smiles create a positive reaction within ourselves and in others. So I am determined to be a smiley today! Have a wonderful day! Love, Margherita   |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Yes, a smile is a great gift to all, Lindsay. Ida |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
I respect the distinct boundaries between sharing a smile and demanding one. I've had a total stranger instruct me to SMILE right after I'd received devastating news... that just made me feel worse. *S* But I do know how much difference a smile can make... and have even thanked people for brightening my day by sharing theirs. *S* I enjoyed this very much, Lindsay... your picture and words both share smiles! *S* |
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2islander2 Member Ascendant
since 2008-03-12
Posts 6825by the sea |
lovely and wise, we live in western societies with mutual mood that don't tolerate smiles, smiles are guilty, what a shame...Thank you for the thoughtful and beautiful poem. yann |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
To Susan, Mysteria, Bill, Margherita, Ida Ruth and Yann. Thank you so much folks for your kind response, it makes my day.God bless you all, have have agreat day folks. Lindsay |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
This is another Great write. |
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Dark Star Member
since 2008-02-20
Posts 392Lost in your eyes |
a smile was brought to my face! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
ah Lindsay, I am smiling here |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
M'dear Aussie friend, I get that warm, happy feeling whenever I see your smiling face whenever I pop in to read one of your poetic treasures!  Smiles from across the miles, Linda   |
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HopeS Member Elite
since 2000-12-22
Posts 4596Perth Western Australia |
Thank you Lindsey , Smiles are wonderful to share Hope |
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WTBAKELAR
since 2008-09-09
Posts 1089Utah, USA |
Lindsay, You my friend are one of the best at making me smile. And you are right, It makes you feel better when you do. This is a keeper. Tracey. |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Yes, a smile is good to have everyday! ARCTIC WIND |
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Eloise Senior Member
since 1999-11-27
Posts 1096Wyoming |
Here's smiling at you Lindsay. Very well written. Eloise |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Oh I agree wholeheartedly! Good write Lindsay. Eric |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
oh dear Lindsay!! this is such a beautiful poem .. it has lifted my spirits today.. thank you!! and I agree, a smile costs nothing but it can bring such great pleasure... well done my lovely friend...  RDB xxPS: thank you for your lovely email too! x Be kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
Lindsay, a smile is one of the most priceless gifts you can give someone. It can indeed make a difference in another persons life. And, it doesn't cost a thing. I really like this poem. |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
When I read all those happy responses it brought a big smile to my face and then I realized that it was a big warm smile coming back to me from all my very good friends. A big warm hug and a thank you to Wind Walker, Dark Star, Dixie, Linda, Hope Tracey, Michael, Eloise, Eric, Roniece and Oklahoma Rose, You have made my day. God bless you all. A big smile to every one. Lindsay |
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