COURAGE TO BE KIND

May we be blessed to understand…
In trying to make our world great…
It does not take bravery…or fortitude…
or gallantry…to hate…

But in a world where intolerance,
hatred and hostility are combined…
sometimes in the face of all our differences
It takes courage…to be kind.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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November 19, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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