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Cruel To Be Kind

How do you look into those eyes then sternly answer “No!” And at the time not realize you saved a mortal blow. When you are relied upon, protection may seem hard. If you give a melting moment, be careful when you drop your guard. For there are some you need to guide, and give protection from their mind. Sometimes it pays to be cruel, in this world to be kind.

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Joe Maverick

Date: 3/13/2022 3:41:00 AM

Well I must say there are times this Is, going To be so; so right.'

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 3/24/2022 4:59:00 PM

Hello Joe ... too right Joe. As much as it hurts, it is for the greater good - thank you Joe - Lindsay

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/11/2022 9:49:00 PM

Love is saying no, when you'd rather say yes. Your poem imparts its wisdom very well, Lindsay. Blessings, Evelyn

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 3/24/2022 4:53:00 PM

Hello Evelyn ... yes Evelyn, sometimes it does seem harsh but essential - thank you Evelyn - Lindsay

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 2/13/2022 4:50:00 AM

How do I explain this to my little dog who asks for treats all day long…….when I am eating anything ……I just so no…it’s not for little dogs. Cheers,SuZ

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:27:00 PM

Hello Suzanne ... we can teach dogs many things, but when it comes to food, they stare us down until we give in on many occasions - thank you Suzanne - Lindsay

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 2/13/2022 1:14:00 AM

We have to be strict with teenagers, my son was loving and got around me. I was a single mom up To when Elias came into our lives Elias , but my son always respected and listened to his advice. I remember our dog snarled when Elias tried to take his bone, although Plato was loving and well trained he got a clout, was rewarded with a bigger bone and a romp on the lawn. Been cruel to be kind is practiced by those who think though a situation and not by those that don't understand Hugs/Jenn

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:23:00 PM

Hello Jennifer ... a fine comment indeed. Early discipline mostly leads to a lifetime of respect - thanks again Jennifer - Lindsay

M. L. Kiser

Date: 2/8/2022 12:34:00 PM

So true, well penned.

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:20:00 PM

Hello M.L. ... thank you once again M.L. - Lindsay

Charles Messina

Date: 2/6/2022 1:34:00 AM

Wisely written, Lindsay. Sometimes one needs to put their foot down and just say "NO" Children need to be taught, addicts need to be controlled, and Lord some people just need to be told right from wrong. Have a nice Sunday. Charlie

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:19:00 PM

Hello Charles ... I cannot agree more with your comment Charles. We all needed proper guidance in our young days - Lindsay

Valsa George

Date: 2/5/2022 7:56:00 PM

Hi Lindsay....This is so true especially with children . As parents we have a moral obligation to guide them. Sometimes we have to say a stern"NO". Even if it hurts them, it is done with concern and later they will know. Very analytically expressed,

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:14:00 PM

Hello Valsa ... a really factual comment indeed. Without some discipline how would a child ever learn to respect - thank you Valsa - Lindsay

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/5/2022 3:45:00 PM

I agree. As a grandparent I have to say no a lot. But I do it with kindness. Very astute! Blessings xxoo

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/14/2022 2:10:00 PM

Hello Connie ... unfortunately some discipline early in life is the best grounding for showing respect later on - thank you Connie - Lindsay

Gershon Wolf

Date: 2/3/2022 6:44:00 PM

Very profound thought, Lindsay. So true: What looks to be cruelty at a glance may just be the greatness Kindness of all. Great write, friend. ~ Gershon

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/13/2022 9:52:00 PM

Hello Gershon ... in our situation your comment is exactly the case - thanks again Gershon - Lindsay

Cecilia Macfarlane

Date: 2/3/2022 2:01:00 PM

Wise truthful words. Terrific write. Now have the song stuck in my head, lol. Big hugs

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/13/2022 9:50:00 PM

Hello Cecilia ... it seemed cruel to pen our dog Missy when we went out. If we did, she would have lived much longer - pleased you enjoyed this poem Cecilia - Lindsay

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 2/2/2022 9:07:00 AM

Yes sometimes you have to be cruel to be kind in this world. Nicely written. Just getting over the virus and it took longer than I thought. Wipes you out for sure. Take care and hope all is well your way. love phyl

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/13/2022 9:46:00 PM

Hello Phyllis ... we both tested positive for this pest, but I had no symptoms at all. All good now though. It's a cruel world that could do with a lot more kindness - thanks Phyllis - Lindsay

Rico Leffanta

Date: 2/1/2022 10:29:00 AM

Aye, sad but true! Aloha!

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/13/2022 9:42:00 PM

Hello Rico ... certainly a necessity in many cases - thanks again Rico - Lindsay

Tom Cunningham

Date: 2/1/2022 7:14:00 AM

So true Lindsay. Tom

Lindsay Laurie
Date: 2/13/2022 9:40:00 PM

There you go Tom, I can write the truth - sometimes. Thanks again Tom - Lindsay