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When you are really listening,
you use more than just your ear,
your whole being is involved
if you truly want to hear.
In relationships with others
you should always do your part
To give them close attention
and listen with your heart.

Fully understanding
just exactly what is meant
requires concentration
to perceive the true intent.
Listen for emotion,
being careful to take heed
of underlying meaning,
an inward sense of need.

When listening with love
and taking special care,
you may ease anot… Continue

When a sudden thought drifts across my mind,
Something that must be addressed,
I search for the words that I must find
So that it can be expressed.

It’s a thought that just won’t let me go,
As through my brain it seems to flow,
Starting small, then beginning to grow.

When the source of this thought that I need to share
Is a spiritual inspiration,
Then by simply taking the time for prayer,
It becomes a heartfelt dedication.

From deep within where it came to be
The words just seem to pour from… Continue