The Kindness of Wisdom

"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
~ Audrey Hepburn

A woman I know was worried about a school-related situation with one of her children, nothing serious, but she was very troubled by it.  She called a good friend, whose wisdom she greatly values.  The friend, who was at work and no doubt busy with year-end responsibilities, listened patiently and with compassion.  She also offered a different perspective.  At the end of the conversation, the friend said, "I think things are finer than you think."  Familiar with her friend's wise counsel, the woman I know took those words to heart and felt great comfort.  Less than two hours later, the situation had resolved itself.  And the woman I know remembered her friend's words as well as her wisdom and kindness.