thoughts by kim curtis:
"the sword of thy mouth"
there is an old saying that i have loved for many years. i recognized it as something that was not only true, but also a wise reminder of the power of ones words. the saying is,
"sticks and stones may break our bones. . . but words will break our hearts"
i have thought back to the many people who have come in and out of my life. . . even those who passed by for only a brief moment. each one, unique in their gifts and different from each other. but still, everyone of them had one common gift, the sword of their mouths. the power to defend, honor, lift and protect OR bruise, wound, or even slay. how wise is the reminder to "think before you speak."
if you think back on your life, i bet there are many remarks that you will remember, both good and bad. they stay with us, they change us, they shape us. most of the time, we don't know how we affect others and we may never see it with our eyes. but we can rest assure that kindness ALWAYS wins. it is a bright and shiny sword that can be used to bless and strengthen others. to keep it hidden is such a waste and to use it to hurt or humiliate is a shame.
"out of the abundance of the heart. . . the mouth speaketh" (luke 6:45) our mouth speaks volumes about our hearts, i even believe it can reaveal ALL things.
so, my thought for the week, think before you speak. lift your sword for good and be a blessing to all who come in contact with you.
back to hollie
when i read these words i felt sucker-punched! please forgive me for my biting tongue. i'm usually just trying to get a laugh! i will try harder but sometimes i feel like the snake who everyone knew when they picked it up! i am what i am, but change is possible, as obama has proven!!! (now hurry and go buy your guns, see i can't help it) i thought this was a great message, especially this time of year when we can get caught up in the chaos the christmas season brings. peace out!
7 comments:
Good post. But I must say that I am glad to have a friend who can withstand MY sword! I love you just the way you are.
I love that, and I love Kim. Thanks for sharing, we could all do better, I put my foot in my mouth more than most, aargh! But don't change... I love your hysterical sarcasm and you have such a big heart!
It is always good to try harder to be better so thanks. But just know - you make me laugh and I love you for it! And I don't know many people with as big a heart as you, sarcasm and all.
What a great thought! I need to remember this as well. I just got back from the mall with all 4 of my kids (to see Santa) and as we were walking out to the car, Talbie stepped off the curb and came within an inch of her life and was almost nailed by some stupid girl teenage driver (like Maddie will be in a month!). Talbie was in the cross walk but luckily jumped back onto the curb because the girl didn't stop in time. I yelled into her window, "SLOW DOWN!" and would have added another name if my kids weren't there! I regretted being so mean but was mad that Talbie almost died! Anyway - good reminder that we need to be careful what we say that hurts!
By the way - the show was fantastic the other night! Jake was so good and thought he probably needed a nap after that! I miss not doing the Nutcracker with him but we stopped a couple of years ago! What will you do without him next year?
Well, I for one can't get enough of your sword, and that's why I call you 18 times a day even when I know you're too busy to talk.
Those really are words to live by and I think we could all use them especially during this time of year. I love you and your sarcasm because your sweet, thoughtful, caring personality totally overpowers that little bit (or lot) of sarcasm. You can't forget the saying that actions speak louder than words...and yours certainly do! I love you!
You are too hard on yourself. You are the most generous, giving, wonderful, loyal friend anyone could ask for. But it is a great quote and definitely one to take to heart.
I've been behind on blogging and reading others blogs. You've been busy! I loved this post and am glad you shared it. Looks like your dance concert was a success, good job! I'm sure all of your students are so happy to have you. Libby is so cute and it looks like she's following right in mom's footsteps. I really tried with my girls, but all they want to do is play soccer and ski.
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