Voice that speaks in songs,
praising you
for your kindness.
So essential,
rare and precious.
An animation that moves me.
Sacred sounds ring true,
drawing emotion out.
Come to find
there is a rough side
and your kindness
was only self defense.
I don’t blame you.
No, I would never,
because everyone
wants to stay alive.
Strength in your eyes,
your arms,
and in your heart.
Always willing
to stand up for us.
Quiet smile,
and life radiating
from you,
one of God’s special creatures.
Everyone took you for
protector,
and you did nothing
to dissuade.
Kindness just a path to power?
Is it how
you wanted this to play?
Compensating
for fear
and powerlessness
with kindness.
Only leverage to accrue
power that you think
will save you
from pain and disappointment.
The world has tricked you
into believing
power is a goal
worth attaining.
Don’t trade away
kindness
out of fear,
or for anything.
you are
more valuable than diamonds
just the way you are.
Vulnerable,
kind,
and precious.
Don’t let the world wear you out.
HG – 2022
