Fragrant Heart

I do not want

To be the stench

In others’ lives

By being unpleasant.



Let my heart be

Perfume-scented,

Fragrant to all

It touches.



I wish to be

The whiff of joy

And compassion

They smell each day.




Author's Notes/Comments: 

Inspired by: “Your attitude is like the aroma of your heart.  If your attitude stinks, it means your heart’s not right.” Facing the Giants

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Stephanie Philbeck's picture

i like this poem very touchy.....