The things left undone.
The thing left undone.
1- I told my children. Never leave with anger in your voice. Come to my home
and we will talk. No problem cannot be fixed. We can’t undo negative words spoken.
2- When you left someone. Do you question your last words to them? Were they kind?
Once I left for wars and I came home to empty houses. Dear people, who cared for me. Had left my world while I was away. Did I thank them for taking care of me.
Graveyard prays are okay, but you regret the words you didn’t say.
I try to be kinder to my family and my friends. No more lectures.
I hope one day to join dear grandparent, my parent and my mentors again.
3- Let’s kiss and part. Let our last words be hopeful and sweet.
Let’s hold hands and hug. Ensure the people you love know.
They are not forgotten and they have a safe place to return to.
John
How I wish that I would have always done this. Sadly, I didn’t. I can’t undo any of that. But, better late than never? It’s a daily endeavor: kindness. I hope some young adults come across your blog, and heed the wisdom of your words. Thanks, too, from me. This was deeply meaningful to me.
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This is deeply moving and filled with timeless wisdom. We never know when our last conversation with someone might be, which is why kindness, forgiveness, and love should always guide our words.
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