Smile What makes us do it? It seems to reflect non aggress, So the face joins in With lips turned up to express. When one sees it on another Know its a good sign Something is going on No need to explain. It wont take long to catch Smiles can be contagious too, We humans seem to enjoy To shows others we are not blue. It can be a mystery to some As they cant understand the hue, And will baulk at returning the compliment Because theirs is a question of, do I know you? Shame as we all feel good when smiling It is an invitation to say hi, Can break down barriers Maybe stop prejudice if we only try. What a delight to feel the goodwill From a stranger who is not scared To show their emotions And invite you to do the same unimpaired. This thing called a smile Can be influenced by affection, Motivated by appeal And worn by us who have good intention. When we feel it start Something good is happening, Look forward to whatever Knowing happiness is accompanying. Maybe the day will come We realize smiles absolutely free To share and give away Is the only way to be. So let us feel the pride of being first Of showing you too only want to live, And reap the benefits Of letting a smile be yours to give. ©WRMoffat 8/2/08