Memories

It's a story that's been told before,
But when it's good, there's room for more.
My friend, all I ask for is your smile,
So this task won't seem to be a trial,
It's true I worry, but have peace of mind,
Knowing the happiness you're going to find.

You can dream your impossible dream,
You can scheme your improbable scheme.
You can search the world for love,
Or you can believe in God above.
But whatever state your mind is in,
You can't make your plans, and still count me in.

Just do what you're going to have to do,
because what it is- it's up to you,
Finding happiness is all that counts,
It's the best credit on your account.
So deposit smiles instead of frowns,
Don't draw interest on what brings you down.

Look for the bad, and that's what you'll find.
In looking for good you'll find peace of mind.
Depression causes us to stagnate,
But to a smile, everyone relates.
Those good vibe smiles will find you more good,
And that's better than what you otherwise would!

While facing the world with that knowing smile,
Remember the time we spent for awhile.
Though our fling has come to an end,
At least there's knowing we are still friends.
Friends who are there when things are good,
And when they're bad, we stay where we stood.

I can't be there, and you can't be here,
But in our minds and hearts, we are still near.
Though no longer standing hand and hand, 
We're still  backing each other 'till the end.
Our differences once seemed so strong,
But in our hearts neither is right or wrong.

-dp-     
7-18-82 / 2-14-13