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The Greater Reward

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Revision of "When you give to another," posted February 17, 2021...

He who gives to another
       takes the greater reward
     Give whatever you can
       a poor man a snub can't afford

     Seek opportunities for giving
       They're yours for the taking
     One kindness leads to another
       ~ There's no mistaking

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Ann Peck

Date: 3/7/2022 4:48:00 PM

Your poem is a good reminder, Gershon. The giver is rewarded by the good feeling of giving, and the recipient may pay it forward. Take care :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 3/8/2022 6:27:00 PM

There you go, Ann. Thanks for noticing this one. :) gw

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 2/25/2022 3:35:00 PM

This is a FAV for me Gershon, it is perfect! Wonderful advice. Congratulations that this was placed in POTD a few days ago, it deserved such a high honor! ~BJ

Gershon Wolf
Date: 2/26/2022 8:21:00 PM

Appreciate your enthusiasm and the FAVE, BJ. Blessings, gw

Ronald D Thompson

Date: 2/24/2022 5:09:00 AM

Great poem, great message!! Congrats on POTD! Best wishes...Ron

Gershon Wolf
Date: 2/26/2022 8:19:00 PM

Appreciate you noticing, Ron! :) gw

Line Gauthier

Date: 2/22/2022 4:48:00 AM

Well done, Gershon. Congrats of your POTD.

John Watt

Date: 2/19/2022 10:39:00 PM

This is one contagion I don't mind catching. Well stated wisdom in poetry. Very pleased to see this honored as POTD, my friend.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 2/22/2022 5:56:00 PM

Yes, indeed. Although I've heard that people are literally giving away this 'contagion' for free now! lol. Thanks, John

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 2/19/2022 3:43:00 PM

Hello Gershon ... very wise advice indeed. There's just not enough of your verse occurring - thanks Gershon - Lindsay

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/19/2022 12:07:00 AM

Truth of the kindest kind Gershon. Congratulations on having this wonderful poem honored for POTD. Blessings xxoo

Constance La France

Date: 2/18/2022 8:48:00 AM

Gershon, wonderful and congratulations on the POEM OF THE DAY honor ~ Contance

David Kavanagh

Date: 2/18/2022 3:05:00 AM

Give to others that are genuinely in need is an absolute Gershon, unfortunately some take advantage of peoples charity, and it falls into the wrong hands, such is life I’m afraid, nevertheless your message comes through loud and clear, congratulations on potd, cheers David

Karen Jones

Date: 2/18/2022 12:17:00 AM

Lovely potd congrats!

Eve Roper

Date: 2/17/2022 9:38:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTD

Susan Lawrence

Date: 2/17/2022 9:16:00 PM

Just beautiful and so true Gershon ! So many blessings from giving to others . Kindness vibrations . Congratulations on POTD ! Hugs, Susan :)

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 2/17/2022 9:08:00 PM

Nice words of wisdom Gershon... Congratulations on your POTD honor... God bless... ~ Ani

Jeff Kyser

Date: 2/17/2022 8:48:00 PM

In the words of John Madden, “Don’t do anything great if you can’t handle the congratulations.” Only 99 more replies to go, congrats!

Joseph May

Date: 2/17/2022 3:53:00 PM

Kindness is contagious, Congrats on POTD

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 2/17/2022 3:48:00 PM

Hello Gershon, Yes I agree. It is give it is rewarding. Enjoy your evening my friend. Congrats on PTDO.

I Am Anaya

Date: 2/17/2022 1:47:00 PM

A timely important message to send, Congratulations for POTD Gershon. ~Shalom~

Brandy Nicole

Date: 2/17/2022 1:06:00 PM

Acts 20:35 (NAS) - Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that "He Himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’- Your words reflect His, and this is beautiful in every way. My heart is smiling. May your light continue to shine, my sweet friend. Congratulations Gershon, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Robert Gorelick

Date: 2/17/2022 12:51:00 PM

Amen! When we give to others, we're making a deposit into our spiritual account. Congratulations on your POTD!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 2/17/2022 11:54:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A great write with great words. Yes, giving is a great blessing. Give A Smile To Someone. Have a great/blessed day................