To Be or Not To Be

A little kingdom I possess,
Where thoughts and feelings dwell;
And very hard the task I find
Of governing it well.
~ Louisa May Alcott

...that more or less describes my situation!

~A Wise Man Said~

It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.
~ Aristotle

Tuesday, May 28, 2019
 
I am a sucker for kindness. Attempted to capture the sentiment…
 
Why must you tug at my heartstrings,
With your warmth, graciousness, and kindness?
Be rude, be mean, be stern,
I will meet you equally,
But against your generosity and concern—
I have no defences…
And must admit defeat.
 
Why must you look upon me so gently,
When harsh words would also serve?
Chide me, scold me, vex me,
I will meet with harshness or coldness,
As long-standing companions,
But against your gentleness and sweetness—
I am defenceless…
And conquered.
 
~Me