The Morrill Times

I got this book at the library for Kate without really reading it--it had flowers, old ladies, and animals--"Looks good!" I thought as I grabbed it. But when I read this book I get choked up! What a sweet book. Looks like the author has quite a few of these "Let's Be --" books. Thought I'd write the words down here so that you can read, too. :) The book has cute little pictures of a little boy going around helping people.

"I like to be kind; it's a nice thing to be.

When I reach out to others...

They reach back to me!

And so I have noticed

That, time after time,

God hands me chances

To simply be kind.

I'm kind to my family--I pick up my toys.

I go out-of-doors when I want to make noise!

But whenever they need me,

I'm always right there

To help them feel better

And to show them I care.

I'm kind to my friends--I do all I can

To be a good listener...

And to lend them a hand.

And when problems come,

I know it's a must

To shine with a kindness

They can lean on and trust.

I'm kind, too, to strangers,

When Mommy's nearby.

I offer a smile, and I always say, "Hi!"

And I'm kind to our neighbors

And bring them a treat

Whenever they're ailing--or just need to eat.

And always I'm kind

To God's animals too,

For their care is entrusted

To me and to you.

Yes, I'm kind to the lonely,

The hurting, the lost.

I'm kind without minding--

Whatever the cost.

For God blesses kindness in so many ways,

That the kindness I give out is always repaid!

So this much is certain: I know I will find

The happiest life...

By just being kind."