forever

 

Tread softly,
There are hearts around.
Speak only,
With a loving sound.

Degrading sarcasm 
Can break endeavour,
Or coldly numb

A spirit forever.

Some gripping pain,
Or piercing hurt,
May awaken again,
With an unkind word.

A harsh glare,
May imprint terror,
Or bring to despair,
A heart forever.