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“COMPASSION” (poem) by Bette A. Stevens

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Compassion…

Compassion in life
Is a beautiful thing
Sharing its beauty
Gives others their wings
Stirring love into each
Little thing that we do
Is sure to help their dreams
And our dreams come true

© Bette A. Stevens, Maine author

Compassion in life is a beautiful thing. But exactly what is compassion? I’ve always thought of compassion as “love in action.” After writing the poem Compassion, I searched Google for a definition to share. The synonyms fit perfectly into my preconceived notion for the poem because they not only included love and mercy, each synonym requires action—stirring—on our part to metamorphose the idea of compassion into the realty of compassion.

May compassion reign in our hearts and hands each day.

~ Bette A. Stevens

Google Search:

noun: compassion; plural noun: compassions

sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

“the victims should be treated with compassion”

synonyms: pity, sympathy, empathy, fellow feeling, care, concern, solicitude, sensitivity, warmth, love, tenderness, mercy, leniency, tolerance, kindness, humanity, charity

“have you no compassion for a fellow human being?”
antonyms: indifference, cruelty

Origin Middle English: via Old French from ecclesiastical Latin compassio(n-), from compati ‘suffer with.’

Enjoy more of Bette’s poetry in her new collection—MY MAINE, Haiku through the Seasons.

Stevens has released a poetry and photography collection inspired by Maine’s diverse landscape, natural beauty, rural communities, and independent people. The author’s 150 haiku poems, along with her photographs, reflect the Maine she knows and loves. My Maine, Haiku through the Seasons takes readers on a poetic journey through the state’s four distinct seasons. In addition to its poems and photographs, My Maine includes state symbols and interesting facts about The Pine Tree State.

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Comments on: "“COMPASSION” (poem) by Bette A. Stevens" (53)

  1. mylilplace said:
    08/24/2019 at 5:04 pm

    What a lovely poem and a lovely reminder that we are all capable of compassion and of elevating one another. Have a blessed weekend.

    Liked by 1 person

  2. Annika Perry said:
    08/17/2019 at 3:39 am

    Bette, a beautiful poem and reflections on compassion. Action and words are the key to help ‘Gives others their wings’. Wishing you a wonderful weekend, my friend ❤️

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  4. smilecalm said:
    08/10/2019 at 9:30 am

    my heart deeply touched
    by your expression
    of compassion, Bette 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  5. robbiesinspiration said:
    08/03/2019 at 8:21 am

    A beautiful and meaningful poem, Bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  7. macjam47 said:
    08/02/2019 at 11:57 pm

    A beautiful poem, Bette. 💕🤗💕

    Liked by 1 person

  8. Jacqui Murray said:
    08/02/2019 at 10:53 am

    What a lovely poem. I like poems that rhyme–you do that exquisitely.

    Liked by 1 person

  9. Norah said:
    08/02/2019 at 6:51 am

    This is wonderful, Bette, and I agree that compassion is love in action. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  10. Tea With Jennifer said:
    08/01/2019 at 1:38 am

    Delightful Bette! May we be more compassionate to every person that crosses our path. ♥
    Bless you dear friend,
    Jennifer

    Liked by 1 person

  11. noelleg44 said:
    07/31/2019 at 7:31 pm

    Lovely, Betty, about something this country needs more of right now!

    Liked by 1 person

  12. Gwen M. Plano said:
    07/31/2019 at 3:13 pm

    Lovely, Bette. Compassion transforms the ordinary into the miraculous. It honors another and recognizes the divine in him or her. Your words are perfect and so beautiful!

    Liked by 1 person

  13. Kymber said:
    07/31/2019 at 1:22 pm

    This is beautifully written, Bette. I love your work. A little compassion goes a long way.

    Liked by 1 person

  14. Natalie Ducey said:
    07/31/2019 at 9:49 am

    Beautiful, Bette, as always. Thanks so much for sharing these treasures with us. XO

    Liked by 1 person

  15. watchingthedaisies said:
    07/31/2019 at 6:45 am

    Really lovely Bette. x

    Liked by 1 person

  16. petespringerauthor said:
    07/30/2019 at 11:42 pm

    Compassion is one of the most beautiful of all human traits. You picked an excellent subject, Bette.

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  17. Sherrey Meyer said:
    07/30/2019 at 11:05 pm

    A lovely reflection on compassion, Bette! Much needed in our world today.

    Liked by 1 person

  18. Marilyn Armstrong said:
    07/30/2019 at 10:59 pm

    Compassion is the missing ingredient in our world these days. May we all give it and receive it!

    Liked by 1 person

  19. Jan Sikes said:
    07/30/2019 at 3:35 pm

    What a beautiful heartfelt poem, Bette! Thank you for sharing!

    Liked by 1 person

  20. Jill Weatherholt said:
    07/30/2019 at 12:51 pm

    Beautiful poem, Bette. By the way, I loved My Maine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Liked by 1 person

  21. Darlene said:
    07/30/2019 at 12:48 pm

    A lovely poem, full of meaning just like the word, compassion.

    Liked by 1 person

  22. Mae Clair said:
    07/30/2019 at 12:31 pm

    A beautiful poem and a timely reminder of something the world can never have in excess!

    Liked by 1 person

  23. Sandee said:
    07/30/2019 at 12:26 pm

    Beautiful poem, Bette and we so need more compassion in the world.

    Have a fabulous day, my friend. ♥

    Liked by 1 person

  24. D.L. Finn, Author said:
    07/30/2019 at 11:31 am

    Beautiful Bette. I hope compassion spreads as easily as fear.

    Liked by 1 person

  25. balroop2013 said:
    07/30/2019 at 11:28 am

    Lovely thoughts Bette. Compassion may seem a little act but traverses a long distance to create loving hearts. Thank you for sharing its value. Have a wonderful week.

    Liked by 1 person

  26. harmonykentonline said:
    07/30/2019 at 10:24 am

    This is a beautiful poem, Bette. I’ve just purchased a Kindle copy of the book. Best of luck with everything. Reblogged on: https://harmonykent.co.uk/compassion-poem-by-bette-a-stevens/

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  27. Priscilla Bettis said:
    07/30/2019 at 10:08 am

    Another beautiful poem. Thanks for sharing.

    Liked by 1 person

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