On Kindness

Dear Kindness,

I know you by heart.

Your elements, your patterns,
they replicate, and continue,
and swell with each occurrence.

I’ve collected them,
counted them, and
memorized them
without even trying.

Her smile,
his laughter,
their speechlessness,
my joy.

I’ve delivered you
and received you,
without knowing
the difference.

Kindness,
I know you by heart.
And, my heart is
thankful for it.