Reflections
of a Mother...
(Submitted
by Fujiette)
I
gave you life, but cannot live it for you.
I
can teach you things, but I cannot make
you
learn.
I
can give you directions, but I cannot be
there
to lead you.
I
can allow you freedom, but I cannot
account
for it.
I
can take you to church, but I cannot make
you
believe.
I
can teach you right from wrong, but I
cannot
always decide for you.
I
can buy you beautiful clothes, but I cannot
make
you beautiful inside.
I
can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it
for
you.
I
can give you love, but I cannot force it
upon
you.
I
can teach you to share, but I cannot make
you
unselfish.
I
can teach you respect, but I cannot force
you
to show honor.
I
can advise you about friends, but cannot
choose
them for you.
I
can advise you about sex, but I cannot keep
you
pure.
I
can tell you the facts of life, but I can't
build
your reputation.
I
can tell you about drink, but I can't say
'no"
for you.
I
can warn you about drugs but I can't
prevent
you from using them.
I
can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't
achieve
them for you.
I
can teach you about kindness, but I can't
force
you to be gracious.
I
can warn you about sins, but I cannot
make
you moral
I
can tell you how to live, but I cannot give
you
eternal life
I
can love you with unconditional love all of
my
life.....
and
I will !!!
Always , Mom
This is something my oldest daughter, Milissa sent to me. As you can see,
words mean a lot to
her
also, and I am proud that she read this and it reminded her of me. I love
you , My daughter
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