Knives

I once bought a set of inexpensive,
Sharp knives for travelling.
I could cook on the road without risking anything expensive.

A friend saw this and was impressed,
But she later mentioned that she went to the store
And they were gone.

Months later, I was shopping and noticed the set.
And so I bought them, hesitantly,
Because who knows if her family had them in mind.

But seeing her joy and overwhelming gratitude
Reminded me:
Do not delay being kind.