Poetry Kindness   Peter Adel March 7, 2005 iranian.com I like the random act of kindness How you stop and listen How you smile, nod and lend a hand When you shed a tear Just by watching the news Are you the one who shelters a stranger Without questioning his dignity Your ears can hear the sigh of hunger In Sudan Your eyes can see the fear in the children’s eyes With your eyes closed In Baghdad -- October 2004 .................... Say goodbye to spam! * * COMMENT For letters section To Shoja Adel * FAQ * Advertising * Support iranian.com * Editorial policy * Write for Iranian.com * Reproduction

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