Father and Son's Codes

How difficult it is to pursue
A moral code that seems so trite
For a young son whose modes are new
Insisting his thoughts are alright
When a bold mind creates a fight.

But the choice to stand by my will
And show reason to discipline
With tough love, I claim and instill
That harmful friends are not life's win;
And praying our bond won't crack, as kin.



Hard Choices Contest by Dr. Ram Mehta
From J.Torrente
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Sietesantos Avatar
July 4, 2014 at 1:34 PM
Hi Juaneco, congratulations on a fine win.Best wishes.
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July 4, 2014 at 9:58 AM
Juaneco, Congratulations, life's all about the hard choices we face on a daily base. Have a happy 4th of July... LUV LINDA
Mehta Avatar
July 4, 2014 at 8:28 AM
A unique write on the Hard Choices and fine Rhyming, Congrats on the win in my contest, juaneco
Onclaud Avatar
June 25, 2014 at 2:09 PM
yes, this is a hard choice especially when kids start thinking on their own.. so well put, a winner for me.. thanks for your feedback, juaneco... huggs
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