Put on a Happy Face... It's Contagious

I recently had the pleasure of reading an Op-Ed piece in the Sandusky-Register Sunday Edition Jan 24,2010. The author Mr Bob Russ, a former Editor for the Sandusky-Register, writes "Put on a Happy Face---It's Contagious" Mr Bob Russ continues his tale of during his very early morning drive to his dialysis treatment he stops for a coffee and a donut. If he is served by a young man that obviously doesn't want to be there, the day begins on a negative note. If he is served by an upbeat gal who seems to radiate happiness and joy even on the darkest days, his day begins with sunshine and a song in his heart. Mr Bob Ross also noted that on the days he was served by the upbeat gal the nurses @ the dialysis center seemed to be happier and more efficient in their jobs.

Mr Russ has brought a challenge to my heart. I'm hoping this Op-Ed piece will do the same for you. I know if I begin my day with a positive attitude my day goes well. I am realizing after reading Mr Bob Russ of the Sandusky-Register's article that I too have a contagious affect on the folks that I encounter. If I am down and negative when I answer the phone it doesn't take long till the person that called has picked up my attitude. If I am upbeat that same person almost sings along with me. Think about it. Isn't that true for you too.

Remember the old song lyric "Smile and the whole world smiles with you..." I noted this during a trip to WalMart this week-end. Nearly every person I encountered had a frown on their face, was angry, or looked as if they were ready to cry. I was beginning to relate to their expressions when I recalled Mr Bob Russ of the Sandusky-Register's' article. I began with a forced smile and a few friendly Hi's. I slowly began to feel better and noted a few folks seemed to soften their expression. You should have seen the lady's face when I complimented her on how well her children were behaving.

My challenge for today is to smile even when it hurts. I want to put a smile on my face when I answer the phone. (I know it shows in my voice). I want to share every bit of enthusiasm I can muster with every person I encounter today. Tennessee Williams once said "Enthusiasm is the most important thing in life." remember Mr bob Russ of the Sandusky-Register's quote "Put on a Happy Face---It is Contagious"... Mizpah ;-]]>

Y'all gotta read this http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2651255/sunshine_a_poem_about_the_joy_of_life.html?cat=42