Smiles

Photo by Jason Sung on Unsplash

A smile seems like
Such a simple thing.
Upturned lips,
Nothing more.

Yet a smile can be
Shy or brazen,
Quiet or laughing,
Timid or inviting.

It can be
A quirk of joy,
A flash of satisfaction,
A glimpse of a mother’s pride.

It can come
Trembling through tears,
Suddenly, slowly,
Or somewhere in-between.

It can brighten a stranger’s day,
Cheer up a child,
Say hello, or I love you,
Or see you later.

Best of all?
Smiles are free!
Give some of your
Own smiles away today.