Wages of War

It is far too easy and unfulfilling to find fault with each other and bury ourselves under a rubbish heap of ill-will.  Hate hurts only ourselves.  I would rather labor and sweat as I search to find the good in my fellow man and nourish that as I lift my heart and head high in compassion, respect and understanding.  A harvestable crop which sustains life begins with a single seed ...

Author's Note

"Hate can pardon more than love." - Thoreau

Reviews

[Kelly Scheppers]

At first sight, this was as heart warming as it gets. But your message deeply leaves an impression upon all who enter here. Simply magnificent writing, Pete!

[Pete]

your sentiment is appreciated, Kelly. Thank you!