Peace Songbook

Affirmations

By Paulette Meier

in Come Join The Circle: Lessons In Peacemaking by Paulette Meier

Everybody needs to hear positive things about themselves. Simple recognition from friends and peers can make a day go right. Listeners can easily add their own good thoughts to the many real-life affirmations offered here.

Lyrics

I like the way you smile at me when I walk in through the door.

I like the way you lend a hand like when you ask your friends, "Hey watcha' fightin' for?"
I like the way you laugh and giggle when I'm telling a new joke.
I like the way you cheer friends on when you're turnin' the jump rope.

Chorus: Affirmations, We need to hear good things about us every day.
             Affirmations, can help the blues go away.
             Affirmations, get a put up and take a bow.
             Affirmations, and let's end those put downs now!

I like the way your eyes sparkle when you're telling us somethin' new.
I like the way your face lights up when you're sister comes in the room.
I like the way you use your hands, they paint pictures, when you talk.
I like the way your feet fly, when Daddy says "Let's take the dog for a walk."

Chorus

I like the way you take a stand when somethin' happens that you know is not right.
I like the way you figure it out, 'stead of starting a big ol' fight.
I like the way you cry it out, when you're feeling sad and blue.
I like the way you show you care, when I'm feeling that way too.

Chorus.

credits

from Come Join the Circle: Lessonsongs For Peacemaking, released December 10, 2001

Our songs for children about peace and justice, resolving conflicts, and celebrating our global family are more important than ever in these troubled times. These Peace Resources are intended to help us all move forward with hope and tools for song and action as we work together to build a healthier, more peaceful world.

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