Even the smallest gifts
by Marie Boules, Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School
Years 7 – 8 Performance Poetry Finalist
Even the smallest gift,
can light hope in the darkest moments,
of a world weighed down by hardship.
Even the smallest gift,
whether physical or spoken,
face-to-face or anonymous,
helps those who struggle,
defeat the darkness in the world,
Even the smallest gift,
can be a smile to someone sad ,
a kind word when it is needed most,
a visit that brings laughter and comfort,
or a small coin at the bottom of a purse ,
Even the smallest gift,
can spark hope in those who suffer,
lifting them from darkness.
and guiding them toward joy,
Even the smallest gift,
opens our eyes to kindness,
and inspires others to do the same ,
we do not need overflowing riches,
only hearts filled with love,
shown through the quiet kindness of our everyday actions.
Even the smallest gift,
can leave a lasting impact,
for one act of kindness can light hope in someone’s darkest moment.