My Words Are Tender Animals
May 10, 2023
Shy in the beginning, I had to invite them. Entice them.
They had great reason not to trust me. I had to learn
to listen carefully, deeply, even to the uncomfortable.
I had to learn to speak the truth.
If you have to say no, say it gently. If you have to
disappoint, do it kindly. If you have the opportunity
to say exactly what you mean, say yes, because
your words depend on your protection. Be honest,
because love never punishes the truth.
Be honest, because your world is built upon the
clarity of your vision, the depth of your perception,
the integrity of your actions and the power of
your words.
The tender animals rest easy when you are at peace.
They still have teeth, but not much occasion to use them
LBM 5/10/2023
