Loving words are rays of sunshine,
Falling on the path of life,
Driving out the gloom and shadow
Born of weariness and strife.
Often we forget our troubles
When a friendly voice is heard,
They are banished by the magic
Of a kind and helpful word.
Keep not back a word of kindness
When the chance to speak it comes;
Though it seems to you a trifle,
Many a heart that grief benumbs
Will grow strong and brave to bear it,
And the world will brighter grow,
Just because the word was spoken;
Try it--you will find it so.