Deb M Poet Rhyme

-Practice What You Preach

There are many genuine , good and kind people in our world

Who’s  kindness, empathy and good deeds are apparent

Who give and help those in need without expectation

Their authentic , selfless, humble souls transparent


There are also those who voice all the right words

Yet their words and actions do not coincide

Outwardly spouting graciousness and compassion

Yet their actions and real truth lies inside


If your heart is truly open and sincere  

Your virtues are beyond reach

Show it in your actions

And practice what you preach!

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Ann Peck March 23, 2025 at 11:12 AM Amen! There's a lot of falseness these days - everywhere. It's a sad world. And, I agree. Many who speak kindness are sometimes the last to show it!

Gershon Wolf March 16, 2025 at 8:29 PM Great advice, Deb. Now as for actually following it, er, ahem, uh, well, you know how it is: I'm not prepared to go THAT far! lol. ~ Gershon Deb M March 21, 2025 at 1:20 PM You always make me smile BB…Debx

Jennifer Proxenos March 13, 2025 at 8:34 AM Wow my dear friend Deb., you always come up with every-day life situations and such relevant topics with such just opposites and pros and cons. I always look forward to reading your poetry - loved this poem. Hugs and blessings dearest Deb, Jennifer. Deb M March 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM Thankyou my lovely friend…..always look forward to seeing you Jen! Debx

Terrell Martin March 12, 2025 at 5:44 AM If only everyone followed this timeless maxim the world would be a far better place. I've never heard these words expressed more eloquently than here in this poem. Another FAV of mine! Bravo Deb Deb M March 13, 2025 at 2:55 AM Aww Terrell such lovely words and a FAV….what more could l ask for! Thanks my friend…Debx

Andrea Dietrich March 11, 2025 at 10:57 PM I've always loved the message. Actions speak louder than.words. Very similar to what you say here! Deb M March 13, 2025 at 3:02 AM Thanks Andrea….Debx

Hilda Greenhough March 11, 2025 at 9:20 PM Good words to the wise. Deb M March 13, 2025 at 2:57 AM Thankyou so much Hilda! Debx

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM Dear Deb, O' the power of authenticity and living in alignment with our words. I loved how the contrast between true kindness and hollow gestures is captured so clearly. Your message of sincerity and integrity shines through in every line and so inspiring and a call to action. Truly a powerful piece. Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel Deb M March 13, 2025 at 3:03 AM Thankyou as per my lovely friend for your kind words ! Debx

Jerry Brotherton March 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM A wonderful write, Deb. So many people hide behind their online faces that are so different from their real-world face. Deb M March 13, 2025 at 3:01 AM Online and in the real world….. its easy for keyboard warriors to hide behind their screens and spout inauthentic words of kindness….empty words! Always a pleasure my brother!! Sister Debx

Kim Rodrigues March 11, 2025 at 1:31 PM This could have been under didactic also. Our fruit shows where we stand. Hugs ~ Kim Deb M March 13, 2025 at 2:56 AM Thanks Kim…..l had to look up didactic hehe! Debx

Anne-Lise Andresen March 11, 2025 at 1:12 PM - Give sincerely from the heart to others... a call to all people... we have nothing to lose... lovely written, Deb :) - hugs Deb M March 13, 2025 at 2:55 AM As always thankyou sweet Sunshine! Debx

I Am Anaya March 11, 2025 at 12:47 PM Hello! This should hit hard to those who don't, dear Deb. We should spout, show it and practice what's preached, Yay! Cheers to that. I'll do my best to do my best, hah. I was told to reach out more, and so here I am! You are very talented ~xhugs Deb M March 13, 2025 at 3:11 AM Hi Anaya….glad you reached out and with such a lovely comment ….l truly appreciate your kind words! Debx

Darlene De Beaulieu March 11, 2025 at 11:37 AM Hello Deb, M. I agree with Tom Cunningham. Hugs./ Darlene/ x Darlene De Beaulieu March 13, 2025 at 9:03 AM Hello Deb M. You are welcome. Hugs. /Darlene/ X Deb M March 13, 2025 at 2:54 AM Thanks Darlene! Debx

Paula Goldsmith March 11, 2025 at 9:15 AM I enjoyed reading your wonderful/powerful write from the first line to the last line. Have a fun day as you write away................. Deb M March 11, 2025 at 11:23 AM Thanks so much Paula….l appreciate your comments always! Debx

Lin Lane March 11, 2025 at 6:47 AM Print a few of those small enough to fit inside Fortune Cookies, Deb. Pass them out to be eaten after having a bowl of Poetry Soup. You are the modern-day female version of Confucius. ;-) Deb M March 11, 2025 at 11:23 AM You wouldn’t be able to read a word Lin….those fortune cookies are tiny haha!! I appreciate your kind words Sister!! Debx

Tom Cunningham March 11, 2025 at 5:48 AM Excellent advice Deb that everyone should follow. Hope your week is going well. Tom Deb M March 11, 2025 at 11:21 AM Thanks Thomas dearest haha!! Debx