Make a Difference

It doesn’t take much effort

To be the tiny spark

That kindles caring kindness

In another’s lonely heart.

 

Often it’s a simple phrase or gesture

Made without pretense,

Offered without second thought with

No request for recompense.

 

Ego simply disappears

And generosity inspires

A giving kinship in a world too

Often filled with base desires.

 

Offer up a loving smile to

One whose eyes may tilt forlorn.

A kiss upon the forehead can

Give hope to one

Whose heart is torn.

 

A simple hug can mend

So many doubts when times are

Taut and tense,

And you may be the catalyst

To calmly make a difference.