CHAPTER XIV
Be Kind
INTRODUCTION TO CHAPTER XIV
By George T. Angell
Whenever a brave, kind word needs to be said, say it; whenever a brave, kind act needs to be done, do it. Always feed the song birds, but spare their nests; sprinkle ashes in icy streets, that men and horses may not fall; put the blankets that have blown off the horses on again, and tuck them under the harness; protect the useful toad, and avoid treading on the useful and harmless worm.
“Be kind to dumb creatures, nor grudge them your care;
God gave them their life, and your love they must share;
And He who the sparrow’s fall tenderly heeds,
Will lovingly look on compassionate deeds.”
In our “Band of Mercy” we have a pledge which every boy should heed, which will make him not only happier but better and more merciful in all the relations of life. “I will try to be kind to all harmless, living creatures, both human and dumb, and will try and protect them from cruel usage.” Do this, my boy, and you will be happy in the doing.
