World Affairs And Beyond

In days gone by, a friend so dear,  Brought joy to life, made everything clear.  With smiles that shone, like sunshine's gleam,  And laughter, a melody, a joyful dream. But then a change, a mystery unfolds,  His smile faded, his laughter in cold folds.  Quiet and sad, no words to say,  He turned away, drifted far away. Your laughter, a song I miss so much,  A lyric of joy, a magical touch.  Your smile, a beacon, lit up the space,  But now it's gone, leaving an empty place. Once the king of giggles, now so quiet,  Hardly a laugh, a sombre, silent riot.  I long to see that joy again,  To bring back the sunshine, dispel the pain. What happened, my friend, I wish to know,  To understand the reasons, to help you grow.  How can I bring your smile back to stay?  And make your giggles dance, bright as day? Let's find a way to turn the tide,  Bring back the laughter, side by side.  For in your smile, the world found light,  And in your g