Tolerance

Nationalities, cultures, customs
All peoples of our planet Earth
Liberals, Conservatives, Independents
This is my take for what it's worth

Tolerance, sensitivity, understanding
Of other ideas and concepts
Tenderness, kindness, gentleness
Such admirable qualities to be kept

Passionate, Patient, Peacefulness
All belong to nature's creed
Generous, honourable, unselfishness
A hand up to someone in need

Farsightedness, courtesy, flexibility
The die is cast when we're born
Innovator, inventor, pioneer
A leader so passionate so warm

Excellent characteristics these virtues
We seek them all of our lives
A balance derived from honour
The pinnacle for which we strive
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Breidenthal Avatar
July 29, 2015 at 10:42 PM
Your wisdom is gold, Jack! Another one to treasure, right here!! This is why I read your work!!! Amazing piece here. If only more would read these! Love you! I know for a fact you live by such virtues. Always, Laura
Ellison Avatar
July 30, 2015 at 6:10 AM
I try! And I'm positive you do too! Your loving heart shines through for everyone to see and feel the love you possess! I love you, sweet Laura! xxx
Emmanuel Brown Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 7:38 AM
Great poem and montivating. I enoy reading this work this afternoon. God help us to tolerate each other for peace to stand. We are all together in the race of truth. thanks.
Ellison Avatar
August 20, 2012 at 3:02 PM
The world is one big collection of human beings. We are all basically the same, striving to get from point A to point B with the least amount of hassle! That about says it all doesn't it! Thank you my friend for your comments... cheers, Jack
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