Words

In the light of what we know

Words can be hard or light like snow.

Unmerciful, callous, and daring,

They can caress you or be blaring.

Words are the building blocks of life

For they can slice you like a knife.

They scar you more than you will think,

And they can push you to the brink.

Words �" echoes of eternity

Planting the seed of sweet serenity.

The power to impress the mind,

Becomes the sword that slices blind.

Words are a prison or escape,

An outlook can be reshaped.

They’ll build you up or cut you down,

And stomp you right into the ground.

Be mindful of the words you choose,

Taste them for they become your muse.

Your gracious words can save a life,

Or end a bitter tasting strife.

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