SAYINGS OF THE SAGES - HOWELLS

William Howells, l837 - 1920, Writer of many books.

"Never speak of the faults of one's friends, it
mutilates them. They can never feel the same afterwards."

Thank you William Howells for this reminder, for it seems
the fault finder may have wounded the self as well.
These words I add to further applaud your wise words.

In wisdom find no fault at all,
Or cherish some ill will,
That kills love's flower, and spoils the bower,
That kindness frames with skill.
The best for all, true wisdom seeks,
And daily powers of mind,
To build the urge that will apply,
What wisdom's search may find.

In quiet moments wisdom speaks,
Each problem has a cure,
The answer lies within its plot,
And search can make it yours.
This way of life our friends will learn,
The way we think and act,
Experiences with those around,
The business we transact.

Each gracious, kindly word, a way,
To cultivate your bower,
Unfolding beauty from within,
As lovely as that flower.

Suzie-Q