A smile is costless, but productive
It refreshes the ones to whom it is given.
Although it doesn't last for hours,
It gives a sensation like a particle of heaven.
A smile consoles the sadden[ed] heart.
And can be compared to a perfect piece of art.
It brings hope to the hopeless.
Rest, peace and joy to the helpless.
It sweetens the life of those who receive it,
And serves as a symbol, or tie of true friendship.
A smile is like a natural antidote for the afflicted;
meanwhile it's an insult for the haunted and the wicked
Since afflictions go beyond the surface of the skin,
a smile refreshes the inner man within.
Don't be among those who need therapy to smile
be like a happy energetic child.
Smile! you aren't too poor you cannot give it,
neither too rich that you do not need it.
Erna Loraine Narcisso Walters (born 1942) Nicaragua
Source: Poetas Siglio XXI - Antologia Mundial
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