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Song to make you happy

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Motto by judy and mary This song title is playful, just as the tune is, playing on the double meaning of "motto" as in English and "motto" in Japanese, meaning "more". I like it that it is overall an upbeat and positive song, but it's not just that. Because a totally positive song could sound cheesy sometimes. In this song, it did say, "I was always sad". I think admitting the darker/emo side of oneself is the first step to feeling better and more positive. Anyway, it did just cheered me up and taking me away from my occasional sadness. Way to go! MOTTO by Judy and Mary

Looking young

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Recently I have had a few incidents where people say I look young. I mean, there is definitely the saying that when you look at your mother (or father if you are a guy), that's how you will look 30 years later. And I do have to say my mother does look younger compared to other mothers of her age. So maybe that is some proof that I look younger than I am. For one, I still got checked and denied entry when I didn't bring my id to a pub.... I am well over 21!!! Another time, I was traveling with a group in which there are many new faces. Not always, but occasionally some are curious about the mystery of age and do boldly ask newly met people how old they are. I guess I look friendly enough that they asked me. So I said my age, and they are like, really?? you really don't look that old. Some even asked me if I was in college... oh college, such sweet memories but so long ago. I should feel happy? I am kind of happy but at the same time I wouldn't want to limit my...