A Small Act of Kindness
by Barbara Philbrook

A small act of kindness means more than the grandest intention,
more than the mightiest thought you forgot to mention.

It is nice to have intentions of kindness and love,
but if they are never done they can't be recognized above.

You can intend to feed a multitude and give them a drink,
but they do not reap the benefits of the things you think.

You can have dreams of providing much to many,
but God thought so much more of the lady giving her last penny.

A small act of kindness goes a very long way,
as each person passes it on day after day.

Just as the pearl begins as a speck of sand,
so too an act of kindness grows once it is placed in the receiver's hand.

So don't just dream of monumental things that you can do,
a small act of kindness will bring joy to all including you.

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