Ordinary Folk

The times are harsh and grey, while the political men skulk about their jobs, us ordinary folk have to find way to keep evil in check. Most believe that it is power and intimidation that keep the darkness at bay, but that is not what I have found. I have found it is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keep us alive and well. The small acts of kindness and love.
This is what I believe, in the small deeds of ordinary folk. Why? Because I am afraid of the future, and they give me courage. For one day, all of our strengths will be tested, one day we will forsake our brothers. Why do I think this? Perhaps it is because I have seen the strength of men fail. I have seen my friends betray each other. This is not what I stand for. Whenever …show more content…
Only the satisfaction of knowing that I have someone to commune with. But when I call upon the everyday folk, those who keep their pride behind all else, that is when I feel safe, that is when I feel home. The one thing that has changed my life today drastically is the introduction to serious relationships. Yes, I have been on the high of highs when I had a girlfriend, I was happier than a clam. Then, it all went way as if it was a temporary idea, and if it weren’t for the kindness of the everyday people, I would still be in a emotional void that I plunged myself into after. The small deeds bring the largest impacts in the long run, and that I truly believe to be true.
My friends have been kind and harsh to each other. One friend was dating the others ex, and the girl was telling her ex she wanted him back. I knew, and he knew, but the boyfriend did not know. I am afraid to tell him, for I know that he will never forgive and never forget, but time and time again I don’t tell him, I opt out and decide to just be kind to him. For one day, I believe that he will remember all the kindness and forgive those who he believes wronged him. I believe that kindness can mend wounds that are