candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup....

I think sometimes we underestimate the power of a smile.  A smile is so simple, yet so powerful.  I've found I smile a lot... maybe too much sometimes.  It just naturally happens when I'm happy!

Now... for those of you that don't smile a lot.. you may need to practice.  If you do, make sure you do it when you're alone.  You don't want to look like a creeper or a crazy loonatic.  :)  But remember... there's a smile and there's a SMILE.  Smile with your eyes... make it genuine.  Make it YOUR smile.

My friend Google found these little facts for me.  If you smile more often....

People will be attracted to you – I don’t mean sexually (well, maybe that too), but people will feel drawn to your energy. When you smile more, you will carry an aura and poise that will draw people to you. People will look forward to being around you, knowing only that they feel great around you. People on the street, at work, your friends etc. We all like and want to be around happy and cheerful people, right?

Optimistic – You’ll feel more positive about yourself and the world.

Happiness & Joy – A smile is an expression of happiness and joy in you. Like an upward spiral, a smile will boost the happiness you feel.

Healthy – A smile can affect your internal state, which can have physiological impact on your physical and mental health.

Approachable – A smile is so welcoming and will make people feel more at ease.

Making Other People Happy – A smile has the power to make other people feel good about themselves. It’s heart-warming and has the power to cheer up others instantly.

Smiles Are Contagious – Others can quickly and easily catch it and will experience the above ‘side effects’

So... SMILE. It's the second best thing you can do with your lips.  :)