A tender, uplifting poem about spreading kindness through small acts—especially the simple gift of a smile.
It celebrates the beauty of sharing joy, lifting someone’s spirit, and becoming a quiet blessing in another person’s day.
# A Smile to Share #
Today feels like a perfect day,
A gentle light along my way.
The world looks soft, the sky is true,
And my joy arrives in shades of blue.
Today my heart is warm and bright,
I’ll share its glow, I’ll spread its light.
For somewhere, someone hides their pain,
And waits for sunshine after thunder rain.
I’ll offer them a hopeful word,
A kindness they have rarely heard.
I’ll lift a soul that’s feeling small,
Remind them they are loved, after all.
A smile can travel far and wide,
No need for wealth, no need for pride.
Just one soft spark can change a day,
And chase a little gloom away.
So here I stand, with joy to spare,
A heart that’s open, warm, aware.
If someone needs a brighter view—
I’ll share my smile, just for you.
Yes, happiness grows more when shared,
A gentle gift that whispers: I cared
(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com
Categories: kavita
Retiredकलम 
Lovely Vijay. A smile can be so powerful. It can uplift others, change moods. We don’t know what people might be thinking or feeling, but the power of a smile can’t be under-estimated, bringing a little warmth to envelop someone. I’ve just spent a weekend in Edinburgh… and sorry to any Edinburgh readers, but they really need smiles badly
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Thank you so much for sharing your lovely thoughts! You’re absolutely right—a smile carries a quiet power that can brighten a moment, soften a mood, or simply remind someone they’re not alone. We never truly know what others are going through, and sometimes that small gesture can make all the difference.
Your Edinburgh weekend made me smile too—perhaps they really could use a few more warm smiles there! Thank you again for your beautiful reflection and for connecting so meaningfully with the poem.
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Dear Verma ji,
What a truly beautiful and heartwarming poem. ‘A Smile to Share’ perfectly captures the gentle power of kindness. You have a gift for finding the most uplifting words to remind us that a simple act of compassion can be a quiet miracle in someone’s day. It left me with a feeling of warmth and a renewed wish to carry that ‘soft spark’ with me. Thank you for sharing this lovely piece of your heart—it is, itself, a gift.
With appreciation,”
Srikanth
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Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m truly glad the poem resonated with you. It means a lot to know that a simple message of kindness can bring warmth and inspiration.
Your appreciation is heartening and encourages me to keep sharing these little sparks.
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This is beautiful! I especially love how the ending lands: happiness grows more when shared, a gentle gift that whispers: I cared. That’s just amazing!
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What a lovely and heartfelt reflection! Your appreciation captures the poem’s spirit with such warmth. You highlight the ending beautifully—the idea that happiness grows when shared truly resonates. Your words themselves feel like a soft echo of kindness, showing how deeply the poem touched you. A sincere and thoughtful appreciation.
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One smile can change anyone’s entire day, especially when it is a child’s smile. Have a great day. Allan
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Absolutely, Allan — a child’s smile has a way of lighting up even the heaviest day. Such a simple reminder of pure joy. Thank you for sharing that lovely thought.
Wishing you a wonderful day as well!
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Your poem is warm and lovely. 🩷🌺
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Thank you so much!
I’m glad the poem could bring a little warmth your way.
Your kind words mean a lot. 🌸🩷
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My pleasure!🩷🌺
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Thank you so much.
Stay connected and keep sharing.
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Yes, sharing a smile is always good. And I’m sure the smile you send out will return to you eventually.
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Absolutely! A shared smile has a beautiful way of traveling back to us.
It may wander through different hearts, brighten someone’s moment, or ease someone’s day—
but it always finds its way home. Keep spreading that light… the world needs more of it.”
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very nice .
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Thank you so much.
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Understanding the Gemara of קידושין viewed through the lenses of מדרש רבה.
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Thank you.
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If only all people feel and think this way, how amazing the world is. Beautiful poem, Verma.
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Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal that the poem resonated with you in this way. I agree — if more hearts moved with this kind of gentleness and reflection, the world would indeed feel brighter.
Your appreciation is a gift, and I’m grateful you took the time to share it. 🌼
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Nice click 👍
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Thank you so much, dear.
Your words mean a lot.
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