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The Power of Words

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Written 7/25/23

Speak not words of death, but life, Let grace and mercy have full sway. The tongue can sever like a knife, But we can choose healing words to say, And bring an end to needless strife. Speak words of love and not of hate, May compassion be your rule. Let your acceptance resonate, And kindness be a precious jewel, That all can replicate. Speak words of truth and not deceit, For truth will be revealed. Lies destroy and bring defeat. Wield truth as an honored shield, And falsehood must retreat.

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Terry Miller

Date: 8/3/2023 12:59:00 AM

Excellent message and excellent poem, congratulations

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/5/2023 7:28:00 PM

Thank you, Terry!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 8/1/2023 11:12:00 PM

A counsel we would all do well to heed ~ warmest congratulations on your win, Kim

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/5/2023 7:27:00 PM

Thank you, Unseeking Seeker!

Jan Allison

Date: 7/31/2023 2:44:00 PM

what an excellent message Kim, Many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/1/2023 7:46:00 PM

Thank you, Jan!

Emile Pinet

Date: 7/31/2023 2:16:00 PM

Congratulations Kim! Your poem earned you a distinguished place in my contest. You should be proud of your placing, there were many good poems submitted, yet your poem rose above them; well done, my friend, Emile.

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/1/2023 7:46:00 PM

Thank you so much, Emile for my placement! I am honored!

Michelle Morris

Date: 7/29/2023 11:00:00 AM

Lovely poem, Kim. An uplifting message and reminder. Blessings and best wishes. :-)

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/1/2023 7:45:00 PM

Thank you, Michelle!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/29/2023 7:32:00 AM

Great words of wisdom, Kim:)

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/1/2023 7:45:00 PM

Thank you, Jo!

Valsa George

Date: 7/28/2023 11:19:00 PM

Great gems of thought. Words have more power than we can imagine. They can cut as well as heal. They can bring life or death. So utter words only after assessing if they are life sustaining or life destroying. Beautiful poem dear Kim.

Kim Merryman
Date: 8/1/2023 7:45:00 PM

Thank you, Valsa!