Before They Speak

Some people speak and do not know the situation they are speaking about
Giving an opinion with their own words that sear the heart like a sharp knife
Forcing someone to pick and choose who is safe to talk to, who it is to know,
Wondering who can be trusted in this world where everyone has different backgrounds?
Everyone with something to say, but some don’t know the truth before they speak

Heidi Sands

8/31/17
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Pandit Avatar
August 31, 2017 at 8:49 AM
So true!
Sands Avatar
August 31, 2017 at 12:42 PM
Thank you Vijay :)
Gentile Avatar
August 31, 2017 at 8:19 AM
Very true Heidi and especially knowing the background prior to opening you own mouth is extremely sensible, good point. Happy Thursday!!!
Sands Avatar
August 31, 2017 at 8:35 AM
Exactly Mike. Thank you and Happy Thursday! :)
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