The Greatest Strength of the Heart


gentle people know what to say ~ tender ones know when not to say it

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Joe Dimino

Date: 7/22/2025 10:54:00 AM

People generally say too much...when more truth is found in action. Well said.

Lin Lane
Date: 7/22/2025 10:57:00 AM

Thanks a lot, Joe. Your words ring just as true.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/21/2025 1:49:00 PM

such wise words Lin! hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 7/21/2025 7:46:00 PM

Hugs and thanks, Jan.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 7/21/2025 12:23:00 PM

Lin, you’ve summed up “tact” with grace and style. It’s so on target. We don’t need to go out of our way to hurt others. Imagine a world with a gentle culture. Wouldn’t that be wonderful? People might actually enjoy and welcome listening, discussion, and meaningful discourse. That is a reason why I am fearful about all the staff cuts at the State Dept. Those people likely understood how to build relationships. They’re gone for now. Hopefully they will be back. Smiles.

Lin Lane
Date: 7/21/2025 12:51:00 PM

Inspired by recent ramblings, Duke. It would be a Utopian world if everyone spoke in a gentler fashion, despite differences in opinions in all phases of life. Thanks a lot.

David Kavanagh

Date: 7/21/2025 12:16:00 PM

A very well balanced monoku, I suppose it’s all down to circumstances Lin, both sides of your equation are valid, getting it right is essential when a person is under immense duress, great one liner! Cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 7/21/2025 12:49:00 PM

It's knowing the difference in timing that makes the message seem to be apples of gold. Thank you, David. It's been a while since I've written a Monoku. The timing is right.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/21/2025 11:30:00 AM

What a powerful write in one line. Words are so very powerful. I say, always speak love. I have been off the computer for a few days. Have a blessed day writing away.........

Lin Lane
Date: 7/21/2025 11:33:00 AM

Thank you, Paula. Most often less is more when trying to substantiate a point.

Zyrool Gifford

Date: 7/21/2025 11:23:00 AM

Beautifully said, Lin. Have a wonderful day.

Lin Lane
Date: 7/21/2025 11:32:00 AM

Thank you, Zyrool. My day is most pleasant, and I hope for you the same wonderful day!