Words are an amazing invention,

Creating happiness or tension.

Words can be quite powerful too.

There are many things words can do.

They have the ability to transform your world,

And make your ice cream chocolate, vanilla, or swirled.

Words can bring people closer together.

They can inform you about the weather.

Words can also tear people apart,

And leave scars or footprints on your heart.

You can use words to paint over the excruciating pain,

But paint can’t hide the damage, and they will never be the same.

They can create a story.

They can bring shame or glory.

Words can be a toxin or medicine.

They can make you scowl and make you grin.

They can make the ultimate difference between peace and war.

Words can lead to many possibilities and open new doors.

So pick your words wisely, and think them through.

Just remember, they could come back to haunt you.