Show Us.
Take us aside and show us an
attitude that over-rides
doubt and is non-judgemental,
a love that tries hard to provide
reasons for misbehaviour,
finds ways of disarming fights
and listens alike to
both victim and perpetrator.
Guide us to traits that relieve
hidden pain and exist
to aid neighbour- survival,
show us traits that outshine
hate, reveal the facets
of care that dare to reprieve
by forgiving mistakes
with mature understanding.
Most harshly meant slights fail
to ignite if shown
rightful compassion, teach us
we pray an awareness
which lives only by Love's way.
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Author:
Fay Slimm. (
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- Comment from author about the poem: The graphic I found so moving that it deserved a few imagined words
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Amen to that prayer!
Thank you for that meaningful Amen dear poet friend.
Who are you praying to, Fay?
Like the sentiments, though not sure how it might be operationalised - more attention needs (not just... by everyone) on ways and means.
BTW : not an attack on religious convictions on a personal level (you would be well aware of mine or lack therof) I would never do that.
I have no idea who the children are approaching in the graphic Dave as they could be from different cultures but as I wrote in the personal comment at the side the picture moved me to write a few imagined requests they may be making and am pleased you liked the sentiments of the piece.
Good write Fay.
Thank you dear friend.
What a wonderful world we should have were your words of wisdom sincerely taken up by each living person.
A plea to humanity.
How right your conclusions that a wonderful world would emerge from the international use of the ways of love - thanks Dusk for seeing the plea to all on this earth.
No matter ones conviction, every single human in humility takes this posture, that your words have given meaning.
Your summary of the message held in the verse is highly appreciated dear Suresh.
in a grossly unfair world, it is the only way dear Fay to address the issue of injustice & so many other social/cultural imbalances ..
The way of love has to be not only the aim of all who value life on this planet but the way as you say of adjusting the unfair imbalances facing most cultures. Thanks a load Nev.for your continued and valued encouragement of my diverse posts.
Good write, Fay.
In the words of John Lee Hooker
"Hate's not the boss just tall that's all"
Love is the answer to all the world's problems Fay. Your words here could be a excellent anthem heard around the world. ; )
Love's way is always the right way Fay.
Andy
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