I love this poem by Alberto Masferrer!
Silence is remebering that I would be free today if I had not said yesterday's word, and that today's word will be my chain tomorrow.
Silence is remembering that if just one more hour had passed before I judged a certain person or event, in that hour I would have discovered something new to soften my cruel and hasty judgment.
Silence is remembering that the simple act of repeating what others say form an avalanche to destroy tranquility and reputation.
Silence is refraining from complaint, in order not to worsen the grief of others.
Silence says "I did," instea of " I will do."
Silence is devotion that knows its direction.
Silence is being oneself, not a drum that sounds under the figures of the crowd.
Silence is having one's own heart, one's own brain, and not changing sentiments or opinions because others wish it.
Silence is speaking with God before speaking with men, in order not to have to repent after having spoken.
Silence is speaking quietly with one's own sadness, and holding it within, until it becomes a smile, a prayer, or a song.
Coming this September 11, 2011 It would have been a big deal but now I only hope for silence.
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