A smile is the one thing that does not need to be translated, it truly is universal. Now if we could just speak it more often…
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A smile is the one thing that does not need to be translated, it truly is universal. Now if we could just speak it more often…
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Couldn’t agree more! 🙂
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Thanks!
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Right))
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Thanks
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I’ve been trying to share them more often during the pandemic. Even under a mask, they come through loud and clear. And, I think th effect goes both ways.
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You are so right Dan. A good smile encompasses the whole face, including the eyes.
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Very true words! 😀
A smile breaks down barriers and cheers people up! 😀
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Oh. I like that!
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😀
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With the vast array of body language we humans possess, smiling is the easiest and it speaks volumes. We should all strive to smile more often….even when we’re alone!
I’m sending you a few smiles Pam. I don’t know about where you are, but it is dark and dreary here, and a smile is like a welcome light in the dark. 🤗😍🙂☺️
Ginger
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I would describe the weather up here in southern Ontario exactly the same way. Dismal. But a smile can lighten every heart.
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Hear, hear!
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Thanks!
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You’re welcome!
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Yup!!
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I’m smiling now.
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😁
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I am – at present (in a minute…) – writing a post about smiling, laughter and humour…I too wish more people would. x
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Well, we can keep doing it! Maybe we’ll start a trend…
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One smile can save so many uncertain words.
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Beautifully said!
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I had one once that was very strained during a tough time. So I fed it some love and it grew and grew but it broke something inside, no longer restricted by fear…now I can’t turn it off 😂 🤣
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Definitely something you want to leave on!
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Love as currency. Pam, you are a genius. 🙂
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It is perhaps the most valuable commodity we have: the ability to communicate.
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And it is so darn easy!!
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And it isn’t taxable… Yet.
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EVER!! 🙂
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