I had an idea come to me for a poem and though I forgot how it started - a pen and paper or better yet a voice recording device is handy at a time like this, and I had none on hand! (Not my best poem, it's an on-the-spot one...)
What if?
What if you were to give a person on the street a drink to wet their parched throat and/or to keep them warm?
What if you were to pick up the plastic ringed noose from a pack of cans saving lives of birds and fish?
What if you were to sincerely smile at a stranger and make their day?
What if you were to give someone a listening ear, a gentle touch, a much-needed hug to feel they are of worth?
What if you were to feed the ducks and swans in the pond and make their day?
What if you were to keep your garden free of weeds without chemicals and plant flowers contributing to beauty and the environment?
What if you were to open the door for the person behind you no matter who it is to make it easy for them to pass through?
What if you were to be the eyes or ears of a person who was disabled making them feel supported and less lonely?
What if you were to pray for those who are sick or lost or lonely, those less fortunate than you in the hopes of a miracle?
What if you were to sing or hum or play a lively tune and get people dancing on the street?
What if you played with your children and your pet dog or cat contributing to their happiness?
What if you laughed heartily and spread this infection like crazy bringing joy?
And what if you and you and you and you and 1,000 and more, 1 million and more, 1 billion and more of us were to do any and/or all of this? What difference would that make to us and the world around us?
Peace and joy and love and laughter and happiness be unto you. Namaste!
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I remember reading a book where the final mystery is cracked by a photograph taken by a random stranger on the street. I think it was the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series. Your story reminded me of that. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm not familiar with the story; however, that sounds pretty neat Rachna! I'm glad my post gave you a fond memory by the sounds of it! ;) <3
DeleteAnd what if the world was suddenly full of people who practiced compassion?
ReplyDeleteWon't that be a great thing Ell? It just takes one what if and a positive answer to that!
Random Thoughts Naba..Why No One Talks About Compassion Anymore?....
That's right Naba! I appreciate your enthusiasm! :) <3
DeleteOh, if each one of us did just that... that would make our world such a beautiful place. :)
ReplyDeleteIt would indeed wouldn't it Shilpa, and what a glorious place it would be! :) <3
DeleteBeautiful and spontaneous words Elly. Feels like they just flowed through your fingertips! If only all of us could do some of these kind things you mention in your poem, the world would have been such a wonderful place to live in.
ReplyDeleteThanks Vinnie though truly a very hasty poem, not my best at all. ;) It would be wonderful...am I an idealist? ;) <3
DeleteWhat if indeed Elly so how about let's do it!
ReplyDeleteYes, let's ALL do it! And what a beautiful world we would create! :) <3
DeleteA very sweet and thoughtful post!! Such small things matter the most.Compassion can be practised any day at any time.
ReplyDeleteThanks Usha. :) And yes, sometimes it is the small things that matter most! <3
DeleteLike the spontaneity of the piece. What if? So many things in the world would begin to go the right way if we all did just a few of the things you list. Nicely expressed, Elly. And I also read your other post after this - the one about being creative. Yes, we all have that creative ability in us, I wish more and more people begin the path to discover their unique gifts. Always a pleasure to visit your blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks Naba. :) Yes, the world would certainly be different wouldn't it? ;) <3
DeleteWhat if we all did everything with compassion, what a lovely poem. Your sudden inspiration was excellent Elly.
ReplyDeleteIf the world changes to the image of your poem, it would be a paradise.