The Power of a Smile

This has certainly been a powerful smile. Originally composed by Charlie Chaplin, for the film Modern Times in 1936, the words were later added nearly 20 years later by lyricists John Turner and Geoffrey Parsons, based on lines from the film. It's been covered by so many people through the years; how do you choose a version? Nat King Cole's was the first recorded with lyrics and is a classic. Judy Garland sings it like it was her own personal anthem, and I am sure it was in its own way. It was Michael Jackson's favorite song, as well, even played for his memorial. If I am remembering correctly, I believe I was told that it was my maternal grandmother's favorite as well? A person's favorite songs can sure tell you a lot about them. This song has certainly inspired many to smile through the hard times in all of its incarnations over the years.

#SmilePowerDay #CelebrateEveryDay

Donald Duck and The Wise Little Hen

 It's #DonaldDuckDay and we were surprised to see how much he has evolved through the years; talk about character development. Donald, who turns 89 this year, was first introduced on June 9, 1934 in this "Silly Symphony" aptly named "The Wise Little Hen": neither Peter Pig nor Donald Duck would help the poor chick either plant or harvest her corn, so she finally just goes and does it herself with her peeps. Then Donald and the pig literally take turns kicking each other in the butt when it's all said and done, and the wise little hen eats her corn herself. Classic tale. #CelebrateEveryDay