To Laugh Or Cry

Isn’t crying the face’s natural moisturizer?

Harper Thorpe
Nov 6 · 1 min read
Can you spot the one who’s wary of too much of a good thing? (Image Source)

Beware of smiling too much
Though your eyes may twinkle
the skin around them will wrinkle

Laughing can be much worse
Standup comedians know the facts
Your face develops wisecracks

©2019 HHThorpe. All rights reserved.

Inspired by Jennifer Marie Gady’s wonderful poem and prompt, “Cracks”. Thanks also to our host, Kathy Jacobs, and the whole gang at Chalkboard!

And now, The Guess Who performs “Laughing”:

Harper Thorpe

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Engaged citizen, poet, musician, humorist, family man. I value irreverence, soulfulness, and a big heart. Offering insight, introspection, shock & aw shucks!

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