A word: Gentle and Kind

It's a word both gentle and kind,

A sentiment that transcends time.

Care, my friend, is a precious thing,

It's the essence of giving that makes hearts sing.

It's a warm embrace, a helping hand,

A soothing touch, like soft, warm sand.

Care is when we lend an ear,

To listen to others, to show them we're near.

It's a simple act, but oh so rare,

To truly, deeply, genuinely care.

Care is in the words we say,

To uplift and encourage, come what may.

It's a beam of light on a cloudy day,

Guiding others through life's disarray.

Care is in the small gestures we make,

A smile, a hug, a simple cake.

It's in the effort to understand,

To walk beside someone, hand in hand.

For care is not just an empty phrase,

But a genuine concern in all our ways.

It's an echo in the depth of our souls,

A flame that never ceases to glow.

So let us embrace care with open hearts,

And let it guide us in all life's parts.

For in caring for others, we find our worth,

And create a world of love and mirth.