The Power of Smiling

For two weeks I have struggled physically to get around.  My feet have not wanted to cooperate well with the rest of my body.  As I searched for comfort, I prayed. I've had some extra time to think about my relationship with the Lord, and my relationship with others.  Though I've had a million thoughts enter my brain, I've come to the following conclusion:
    
Life is better when you just smile. 

There is a song, by Nat King Cole, called Smile..

Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's 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

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.



No matter what happens to us in life, when we smile, we feel better.  Even if you have to make yourself a little embarrassed to get a good laugh-I promise,  Smiling is the best medicine!  I feel so much better when I can just laugh things off and smile in gratitude for all that I have.  I'm so grateful that the Lord teaches me daily to be happy-my name is JOY after all!