Closed Lips

utter no words you’re not prepared to have written as your epitaph
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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De Beaulieu Avatar
February 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Hello Jerry Brotherton, These are good woerds to remember. Enjoy your evening my friend. /Darlene/
M  Avatar
February 18, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Words have so much power....we need to make sure we use them wisely! Love this brother Jerry....Sister Debx
Roper Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Well said, Jerry. We need to be wise in the words we use.
Rodgers Avatar
February 17, 2025 at 6:13 AM
Dear Jerry, Such a succinct yet powerful showing the weight words carry. There's something deeply impactful in how you’ve captured the responsibility behind speaking. Memorable! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
Mckeithan Avatar
February 16, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Excellent observation Jerry. Too bad I've said too many wrong things. Good thing I'm getting cremated, and my ashes spread.
Bauer Avatar
February 16, 2025 at 10:52 AM
a wise observation, jerry!
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