A Little Kindness Never Hurts

A Little Kindness Never Hurts

A little kindness never hurts,
yet today, find extremely rare.
Indifference foretold for last days,
cause fewer people  … care.

I posses God’s gift of free will,
gives me choice, of how I will act.
Kindness and impartiality,
daily my way of life … true fact.

With unprejudiced servants heart,
quickly learned to bite my tongue.
Instead, give compliments, graciously
to all races, aged, homeless … young.

Being kind, natural as breathing,
if to all men, dignity show.
If follow Christ example,
with or without words ... kindness know..

Acknowledge someone’s important,
give generous tip, thank you, a smile,
Cashier, maid, garbage man , police,
handicapped … or  unruly child.

Peace, kindness, love flow, from respect
for men, from various walks of life.
When don’t seek to always be right,
might find loving  … husband or wife.

Nice feelings stir within my heart,
concept … wish mankind could feel, know.
When,“consider others better,”
way, Phil. 2:3  … does show.

Concept … foundation for kindness,
easier be kind, do no harm.
If world practiced what I believe,
it might not … take up arms.

A Little Kindness Never Hurt

December 3, 2018
Enter contest by Brenda Chirl

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 8/22/2023 3:02:00 PM
Truer words never said so well.
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Barbara Barry-Nishanian
Date: 9/22/2023 1:06:00 PM
OOPs! To you too I owe an apology for just seeing this today. Thanks for reading. Will visit you as I appreciate you visiting me. Thanks again!
Date: 5/7/2021 3:07:00 AM
Congratulations, and excellent post my dear sister of God's inspirational grace, Barbara. I love the flow of the words and the impact of the message. The descriptive excellence is lovely and sends terrific images. The theme of "Kindness" stands out, and the tone moves the piece down the page with much grace. Great job! Have a fantastic day, with God's richest grace and blessings to you and your loved ones always.
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Barbara Barry-Nishanian
Date: 9/22/2023 1:05:00 PM
OOPS! Joseph, So sorry didn't see this till today. Your comments are so upbuilding and supportive. I an going tio see your poems, when finish this. I've gotten permission from PS poets to use their comments in my future book. May I get permission from you also? I really thank you for appreciating Bible's influence.
Date: 12/10/2018 6:40:00 PM
Congrats on your well deserved top win, Barbara. Well penned.
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Barbara Barry-Nishanian
Date: 6/12/2019 3:21:00 PM
Line, I just found your comment, I didn't know I won. WOW! what a surprise. Thank you for kind comment, coming from an admired writer, means a lot.
Date: 12/10/2018 1:02:00 PM
I loved your entry Barbara. I feel the same way. Two of my children are teachers and the other two, one is a nurse the other therapeutic massage therapist. I couldn't be prouder of their vocations. Congratulations on your wonderful win! I just posted my entry too late for this contest. I got too busy. Have a happy holiday. : )
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Barbara Barry-Nishanian
Date: 6/12/2019 3:23:00 PM
Nothing like thanking you 6 months later. I didn't know I'd won anything. I probably wouldn't if you had entered. You know how much like your works. Thank you.
Date: 12/10/2018 1:00:00 PM
- Being kind is undoubtedly what people should put highest in everyday life :) - Congratulations on your winning poem, Barbara :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 12/10/2018 7:31:00 AM
"If follow Christ example, with or without words ... kindness know.." God be praised and thanked for your kindness, as you follow the Lord. Congratulations. God bless you.
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Date: 12/7/2018 6:36:00 AM
Beautiful sentiments in your poem..quite illustrative of the many ways we can care for and love each other. Your words stem from a caring heart Barbara. Best for a win.
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