Pass a Smile Instead

We tear people down,
we tear them apart
where did this begin,
where did it all start?

Each day we wake up
in our nice warm beds,
no ill thoughts or feelings
run through our heads.

Our little nights rest
has made us renewed;
you can't start the day
in a horrible mood.

Yet somewhere along
our routine-trodden path
something sets us awry,
we can't  help but to laugh.

Again the thing comes.
it bothers and boasts;
it won't upset you today,
it cant hurt you, it won't.

Then you hear this and that,
a cold, snide remark,
you can't take anymore
and your whole day goes dark.

You shrug it off
and go on your way
in a grumpy mood
for the rest of the day.

Then you begin,
you and all your vexation,
you start to chide
at some kid's reputation.

Throwing harsh words around,
saying they don't mean a thing
but when you heard them minutes ago
only sobs could you sing.

We pass on the hate
and the hurt and the pain.
It isn't for us,
pass it on, play the game.

Just remember the baggage
you carry and wear
and how you never know
what another must bear.

Keep your cold hearted comments
and your words to cause pain,
just tear them apart
and throw them away

Spread a smile instead
a warm glow of light
let everyone know
today will be alright

And your smile will spread
around the world it will go
and if you stay positive
your neighbor's smile will grow

Someday you will find
with a smile so strong,
nothing can tear you down,
nothing will go wrong.