Children

Children

Life can be difficult that fact is well known
Your kids are your kids after their grown
We may not always see eye to eye
But somehow you need to let hard times fly by

You can't let things linger
And you can't shake your finger
You just hope you can guide them if they ask
But don't be offended when you’re not given the task

They will raise their kids the way they think best
Just like we did when we were put to the test
This is a cycle we all live by
Things may get hard we might even cry

When you watch your son with two boys and a girl
And know this is hard, mixed up with some frills
You know you have taught him the best that you can
You sit back and smile what a wonderful man

Then there's your daughter, who has a little one
As she sits and feeds her newborn son
It's so hard to know the right things to do
But you know she's ready as he sits there and coos

Parents and children are gifts from above
Mistakes may be made but there will always be love
Never take things for granted whatever you do
And know all that we do is just for you

So always show love be it parents or kids
And know that the differences can sometimes be hid
Don't let the small things take control of your life
And always show love to your parents, kids, husband and wife.

I hope you understand what I'm trying to say
We will always love you each and every day
Your kids will always know the love you've shown
Even after they're all full grown
.............By Barbara poor
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Roper Avatar
September 12, 2014 at 8:15 PM
So familiar in my life also I enjoyed this thank you eve
Torres Avatar
January 16, 2014 at 3:44 PM
Thank you for sharing us your wonderful poem, Barbara..I already have four daughters at my age of twenty seven...and I was inspired with your piece...Yeah it's difficult to maintain the harmony,love and peace...BUT we're still one family,that we can't be missed! ...so happy to read your poem :)) huggs!!!!_AiyaH *__*
Andresen Avatar
January 16, 2014 at 4:44 AM
- We have our children on loan, they grow and fly out of the nest - gives us worries and happiness! - A pleasure so great .... I have four grandchildren :))) - Pleased to read your poem Barbara! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Torres Avatar
January 16, 2014 at 3:47 PM
Anne-Lise...my favorite poet...it's very surprising!!!.. ..you already have 4 grandchildren??...very nice!!! ...But still..you're beauty doesn't fade...:))
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