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Before You Judge


Try not to believe a one sided story

Before you decide to judge

Try not to form an opinion from another’s unkind words

Before you dismiss or hold a grudge


Do not believe what is so readily told to you

To deliberately name and shame 

There are two sides to every story

Open your heart and mind before you defame!

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 9/5/2025 2:51:00 PM

Your "Before You Judge" is powerful. A Great Write and Ending.... Have a blessed/lovely ~ day/weekend writing away............

Bill Baker

Date: 8/26/2025 5:14:00 PM

Excellent advice and poetry, Deb. Hugs, Bill

Deb M
Date: 8/27/2025 9:06:00 AM

Thanks so much Bill…..cuddles…Debx

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/21/2025 7:40:00 PM

As usual, sage advice, Deb.

Deb M
Date: 8/22/2025 12:44:00 PM

Aww thanks BB...Debx

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 8/21/2025 1:56:00 PM

I have found that to be true so often, Deb Everyone see through different eyes and perceives situations with different assumptions. Excellent write.

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:01:00 PM

Thankyou so much Suz...so lovely to see you back! Debx

Emilia James

Date: 8/21/2025 12:14:00 PM

Wise words Deb and totally agree with you. Emilia : )

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:02:00 PM

Aww thanks my sweet friend! Debx

John Fleming

Date: 8/20/2025 9:03:00 AM

Spot on! Nicely espoused, Deb. :) john

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:00:00 PM

Thanks so much John! Debx

CayCay Jennings

Date: 8/19/2025 5:49:00 PM

I totally agree and, hopefully, live according to that belief. By a certain age, all should know this, but all do not so I'm glad you penned this wisdom. Check 3rd line down, I know it is not as you intended. Good one, and a needed one. Poetry hugs ... Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:03:00 PM

Thanks so much CayCay as always! Debx

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 8/19/2025 5:35:00 PM

kind, compassionate, and wise words, dear Deb. Making assumptions and judgments is unkind. Thanks for sharing your words today. hugs and blessings, Sara

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:06:00 PM

You are very welcome Sara! Debx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 8/19/2025 2:51:00 PM

Dear Deb, such a wise and heartfelt nudge to slow down and listen deeper. I love how you speak with clarity and care just like a friend pulling us gently back from the edge of assumption. It’s got that Deb-style honesty I admire so much, firm, but always kind. Blessings, My Dear Deb, Daniel

Deb M
Date: 8/23/2025 12:04:00 PM

Wow your gracious comment really spoke to me Daniel....l thankyou so much! Debx