Communication is a vital part

Of reaching other peoples’ hearts.

If we could only see

just how critical one can be.

If one would think before they spoke—

If one would laugh or tell a joke—

If one would lend a listening ear–

Or speak words of comfort or cheer—

If one would go the extra mile

To dry a tear or crack a smile—

What a difference one could make

To help a burden dissipate.

If one could touch a heart or soul

it could be healed and made whole.

If one would offer a helping hand—

If one would help a cripple stand—

If even one stepped out in love

to share the gift sent from above—

Then others might understand, at least in part,

Communication’s impact on the human heart.