Commentary on the effects of words and actions towards each other |
The walk Today I took a solemn walk while thinking of this life How people's words and actions can just cut you like a knife Some may come by ignorance and others with great thought Not knowing what they're saying or reflecting what they're taught A harsh word in a time of stress may roll right off the tongue With devastating consequences to a life that's just begun That broken promise leaves behind a torn and battered heart A life that is left empty now without a place to start Or striking out with sweet revenge to tear apart a soul Not ever feeling loved again and struggling to be whole Why do this to each other when it causes so much pain When there's only everything to lose and nothing to be gained Speak words of loving kindness to build-up another's life While empathizing with their pain and minimizing strife Integrity should be the mark of every promise made Your word should be your bond if not a heavy price is paid To hurt someone in word or deed should not be who we are Showing grace and love to everyone is the better choice by far I ask forgiveness every day for the pain I may have brought To people in my life by either action, word or thought We all should take some time to think as to who we want to be Living a life of hate and bondage or in love completely free |