Andrew Crisci Poet Senryu

Showing Mercy Is Kindness

A tiny grudge can 
grow into rage and make one
very merciless.

To feel peace inside:
one must allow forgiveness
replace unkindness.

Turn around and shake
the hand of your enemy,
undo the vile act.

Who is loved by God:
the hater or forgiver?
Be that one and love.

Selfishness is an
unholy act, but showing 
mercy is kindness.


Written on 8/19/2016

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Connie Marcum Wong August 22, 2016 at 4:38 AM So true Andrew. Congratulations on your wonderful win! 7 ; ) Andrew Crisci August 22, 2016 at 7:33 AM Good morning, Connie. Thank you for your kind comment. I am glad that you liked my poem. It"s always a pleasure to hear from you. After a short break from PoetrySoup, I am in full swing again. I wish you a wonderful day. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

James Inman August 21, 2016 at 12:50 PM A very thoughtful write Andrew. Andrew Crisci August 22, 2016 at 7:45 AM Hi, James. Thank you for your kind comment. I love a positive response to my poetry, it"s encouraging and at the same time thrilling. Sharing my poetry with other poets is sheer joy, God bless you for your kindness. I will check out your poetry and comment on it. Have a blessed day, my friend. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

Beautiful Scars August 21, 2016 at 10:48 AM Andrew, you are right about tiny grudges turning into a whole different problem...lovely poem dear man...congrats on your placement and thank you very much for being a part of my contest :)-luloo Andrew Crisci August 23, 2016 at 9:39 AM Thank you Laura for my placement in your Forgiveness contest. I am very thrilled to be a winner. There's no greater joy for a poet to be recognized and honored. Have a wonderful day. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

Daniel Turner August 19, 2016 at 9:00 PM God loves both, Andrew. Hopefully he will have mercy on me, a poor sinner. Great write! Andrew Crisci August 19, 2016 at 9:50 PM Thank you Daniel for your comment. I hope you are doing ok. Don"t forget to pray...prayers strengthen faith. God loves us and shows His mercy towards all. He is a Father of love and forgiveness. Ask Him and you will receive. Enjoy your night and say hello to Buddy for me... he is your Guardian Angel. Warm Regards, Andrew.

Charlie Smith August 19, 2016 at 2:24 PM Well done Andrew... Andrew Crisci August 19, 2016 at 2:46 PM Thank you Charlie for your kind comment. I hope you are having a great day. Warm Regards, Andrew.