kindness – Poetic Meanderings

Small Acts

And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly. —Romans 12:8 I saw this little tuft of sunshine in a tiny garden, a place I know well, a place that knows my shadow, and I waited after giving the roots a drink, I always like to wait and see theContinue reading “Small Acts”

What We Say

“A bit of fragrance always clings to the hand that gives you roses.” – Anonymous Words shape our moments as we move from one conversation to the next, inspiring or deflating, so why do we waste them or use them as weapons? Speak peace that clings like a pleasant fragrance, inviting all within hearing toContinue reading “What We Say”

Kindled

When renewal dawns with the early sky in a blush of awakening, and the birds have cleared their voices and begun to sing a day’s new chorus, when I step out and stretch into the possibilities awaiting in the gift of hours, I am kindled into the fire of living, and I wonder how toContinue reading “Kindled”

A Single Plea

There is one thing I’d like to express today, from the time I step out of my bed until I fall into it again, one small act that carries into all that I encounter, that continues everywhere I go, that becomes bigger than any problem or inconvenience, that spreads to others, this one thing IContinue reading “A Single Plea”

Kindness Sings

…Love kindness … and walk humbly — Micah 6:8 A smile of welcome, a hand offering help, ears willing to listen, a gentle nod of encouragement— the way of freely extending grace— these simple acts of kindness declare so much more than we could ever imagine, one small gesture leading to another, love building uponContinue reading “Kindness Sings”

And Next

I’m settling down after a day of “and next,” end-of-year details, the requirements of all lines filled and signatures on the dotted lines, the uploads and figures, the necessary accounting. And I am so thankful for the kindness of each soul who shared my day, those who said,”Good morning,” made me laugh, helped in someContinue reading “And Next”

My Morning To-Do List:

Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart.” — Proverbs 3:3, NLT Open a door for the one behind me; step aside and allow another in line; give a wave, a smile, a nod, any kind acknowledgment that someone’s life is relevant; Continue reading “My Morning To-Do List:”