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A Lifetime of Listening

In the quiet of a lifetime spent,

Where eager words oft lay in wait,

A wisdom blooms, a gift well-earned,

For those who chose to contemplate.


In the clamor of our noisy world,

Where voices vie to have their say,

A precious treasure, hard to find,

Is forged in silence day by day.


For wisdom is the patient fruit,

Of moments hushed and ears attuned,

To stories shared by hearts and souls,

In stillness, lessons are marooned.


In youth, the urge to speak is strong,

To share our thoughts, to make our mark,

But as the years, like rivers, flow,

We learn that silence leaves no scar.


The art of listening, a gentle skill,

An act of love and deep respect,

In quiet spaces, hearts may heal,

And bridges form, new bonds connect.


So let us heed this truth so clear,

That wisdom comes to those who choose,

To listen well, to silence near,

In life's rich tapestry, we'll lose.


For wisdom is the gift bestowed,

On those who'd rather hear than talk,

In humble silence, hearts will grow,

And in that stillness, find the rock.


The moral of this poem is that wisdom is a valuable reward that comes from a lifetime of choosing to listen attentively and reflectively, even when the urge to speak and be heard is strong. It emphasizes the idea that by practicing the art of listening and showing patience in conversations, we can gain profound insights and build meaningful connections with others.


This moral underscores the importance of humility, empathy, and the power of silence in our personal growth and in building harmonious relationships.


Belle Webb🪶©2023




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