Words, Words, Words

Words are miracles with great power.
Stringing the right ones together can 
be constructive.
Using the wrong ones can be 
destructive.

Words uttered in anger when heard 
are like the winds of a hurricane,
Shattering and destroying, 
useless to retract or recall, 
leaving confusion and pain.
Damage done, efforts all in vain, 
Oh, what a crying shame.

Words are comforting and can change
 tears and sadness into smiles 
and laughter,
When spoken softly and sweetly to a crying child, 
a lonely person, or a lover, they leave happy feelings long after.

Words, be they easy or hard,
 long or short, choose them carefully,
 be precise, considerate, and respectful, 
but never ambiguous.

Word, Words, Words,
use them wisely to avoid that dreadful thing 
called blame.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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De Beaulieu Avatar
December 9, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Hello Zyrool, yes we must choose our words carefully. some words do hurt. then some words makes us feel great. Hugs. Darlene/
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January 1, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Hello Zyrool, oh, that is all right. Hugs. /Darlene/
Gifford Avatar
January 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Hello Darlene, thanks for dropping by. Sorry for the late response, my friend.
Fisher Avatar
November 7, 2024 at 6:29 AM
Great use of words!
Gifford Avatar
November 7, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Hello Luciana, thank you for the read and your beautiful comment, much appreciated. Have a wonderful day/evening.
Farjana Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 6:45 AM
When I was a kid my teacher told me that words are the Greatest weapon. It can comfort, kill, hurt and love. So he suggested me to be careful about the words that came from my mouth. A word that slip from someone's mouth can be the reason of someone's lifetime trauma. Also a word can be a reason to give someone hope to live. This poem is really meaningful. I wish every human could understand the value of words.
Gifford Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 8:07 AM
Hello Anika, thank you so much for the read, like you I was also taught the impact of words. It is sad when people say them without understanding the meaning and effect they have on the recipient. Thank you for your beautiful words about my poem. Sending Blessings your way, have a wonderful day and great weekend.
Meyer Avatar
September 20, 2024 at 12:22 PM
I REALY LIKED YOUR USE OF WORDS. We seem to be living with so much disagreeable words, I think people have forgotten how hurtful they can be.
Gifford Avatar
September 20, 2024 at 1:19 PM
Hello Kim, thank you so much for the read. I agree with you, people have forgotten. Have a wonderful day.
Rodrigues Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM
Very nice, Zyrool! Welcome to PS!
Rodrigues Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 3:30 PM
Yes this is a great place. You can actually converse in this community, close up and personal. I have been here for many years now and have learned much!
Gifford Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 2:54 PM
Thank you for your support, it means a lot. I think I have finally found the right platform and people. Appreciate the welcome.
De Beaulieu Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 3:04 PM
Hello Gifford, yes we must be careful with our words. I agree. Enjoy your even ing my friend./Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
March 8, 2024 at 11:01 AM
Hello Gifford, You are welcome my friend. Enjoy your day. /Darlene/
Gifford Avatar
March 7, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Thank you for reading my friend, much appreciated. Enjoy your evening.
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