Words Poem by Gert Strydom

I know somebody that says things
without thinking about it
and without caring
about the impact of words.

Where words are at times innocent,
it can be deadly
and at times it’s impossible,
to make things
that has been said undone.

Words can make people,
can inspire, cheer on,
bring gladness,
but just like that
words can break people
and cause great unhappiness.

It’s wise to care about every word
and to protect your mouth
before you speak
and really hurt somebody.

[Reference: “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Proverbs 18: 21.]