Kindness

The one that showed me kindness
Was the one that taught me kindness
Though I did not recognize it
Still I might have died without it

And when I awakened
It was too late to thank her

If I live someday
I'll make repayment
And show someone the kindness
She showed me

When my voice grows strident
When I feel important
I'm reminded of that kindness
And where I'd be without it

I'm learning my lessons
It may take me a lifetime

Give me strength
To justify my being
And show someone the kindness
Shown to me