Cautionary Pictures 2)

By Rhiannonw

Fri, 29 Jan 2021

4 comments

2) Speaking rough,
grumpy, gruff
stirs up anger:
danger!

Gentle response
smooths an offence,
soothing where sore,
opens a door
for
friendship.

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1

Permalink Submitted by marandina on Fri, 2021-01-29 12:13

The second part of the poem usually wins most arguments. Succinct and meaningful. Paul :)

Permalink Submitted by Rhiannonw on Fri, 2021-01-29 14:37

Just so, thanks! A pause to reflect – and pray! Rhiannon

Permalink Submitted by Nolan on Thu, 2021-02-04 16:04

Count to ten! &

Permalink Submitted by Rhiannonw on Thu, 2021-02-04 17:04

That gives opportunity for thought and care!! Rhiannon