“Judge not, lest ye be judged.” So reads a well-known phrase from Matthew Chapter 7, Vs 1. It is a stark reminder to be mindful of being, for want of a better word, judgemental.
There’s good reason not to be. We’re subject to the judgement of friends and family members, and their constant assessment is gritty, to say the least. So we’ve to lead by example and not swing the mallet too quickly.
How do we extend an open hand and hopefully get one offered to us in return? We empathize, practice acceptance, and remain as open-minded as possible. Enjoy these free verses.
Open hand
Puts hearts in a line
Draws them
Together as one
Open hand
Opens the door
To fields green
And new
Open hand
Pulls same door closed
To all flowers
Being roses
And
Wraps itself
Around
One and all.
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