I was on drill team back in the days of Jr. and Sr. High School and we were given performance demerits for various reasons, one being for not smiling. One of our motto songs was "Smile" and we sang it constantly. Charlie Chaplin wrote the music for it in his 1936 movie Modern Times. You may know the 1954 version by Nat King Cole, it's probably the most popular. It's a great song but can you imagine 50 girls out on a practice field singing it? We sang it so often that I still belt it out when anyone happens to be pouting around here.
Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though its breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through for you
Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of crying?
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile
Smile - Nat King Cole
"Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name. Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me."
~Psalm 119:132-133
~Psalm 119:132-133
