Words

There is a difference
When you speak
Talking to another
Talking to them
Really speaking
What is the truth
What is the compassion
What is the tone
Behind each word
There can be great malice
Behind each word
There can be great advice
But when
Each word is directed
To the other
In the most meaningful way
The clouds open
The sun shines
With you, with them
Each and every day

Doreen Santina Cote'