Judy Ball Poet Quatrain

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Even though they don't appreciate it when they're growing up, when they have kids of their own they always come back and say thanks.

Mine did.

And thanks to you too Sherry for saying it.

It means a lot.

You Taught Me

You taught me the difference,
Twixt right and wrong,
And helped me to find,
Where I truly belong.

You taught me that honor,
Love and respect,
Is much more important,
Than casual sex.

You taught me to earn,
The things that I own,
To take pride in a job,
Well done on my own.

You taught me to smile,
When I found no reason.
You taught me to laugh,
In spite of th treason,

That I had experienced,
In life's cold, hard school;
Feeling abused,
And used as a tool.

You gave me confidence,
In a world of confusion,
And though there were times,
I'd resent your intrusion,

I just want to say,
That I'm glad you were there,
Each time that I stumbled,
To show me you care.

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Sara Kendrick July 10, 2016 at 7:10 PM Great that your child has come to terms with their upbringing and say that they appreciate what you did..I have had one of mine to do that and it feels good to know that they in adulthood appreciate what the parent or parents have done to help get them where they are..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara Judy Ball July 10, 2016 at 11:01 PM Thank you so much Sara. It does one's spirit a world of good to know that they are appreciated. God Bless, JB

Daniel Turner July 10, 2016 at 2:51 PM Sounds like you are a very good parent and example. Seems like this old world could use a lot more parents like you. Love the poem, Judy, it made me think of my kids. Judy Ball July 10, 2016 at 5:49 PM Thank you so much my friend for such kind words. It does one's heart good when they come back and say thanks. God Bless and thanks bunches my friend. JB