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

- Songwriters: CHARLES CHAPLIN, JOHN TURNER, GEOFFREY PARSONS

Song


I was one of several friend-colleagues who found it really hard to wear the mask of a smile today. There is of course a reason for this melancholy but the story isn't mine to tell and until he conveys the word to all, we, who are already bowed from the weight of his decision, shall be mute.