Some folks are really gifted
With diplomacy and tact.
They seem to find right words to say
And do not just "react".
Their words are measured carefully
And tempered with kind thought,
Promoting peace and unity
When others are distraught.
Diplomacy brings harmony
When practiced with great skill,
While bluntness and outspokenness
May only cause ill will.
Much can be accomplished
When diplomacy is used,
For it will clear confusion
And much tension will diffuse.
This lovely art is beautiful
And much to be desired.
Whene'er I see it's lovely touch
I truly am inspired.
"A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver."
Proverbs 25:11 KJV
© 2007 Arlene Schwartzkopf