Nicholas
Ryan Gray
December 1, 1998
What terrible 2s?
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Mom
pay close attention to the things I have to say,
I know you're often tired, but I love it when we play.
I know with boundless energy; sometimes it can be trying.
It will soon be better; Yo Mom, ya know that I'm not lying.
You'll get more sleep, find time to elevate your feet,
and the shine will return to your hair.
I'll grow and master independence
under your patient, watchful care.
One day soon I'll make my bed, and even tie my shoes.
I'll learn from your instruction these simple things we
do.
As days turn to weeks, then to months, and even into years~
More importantly, I'll learn from your example.
I'm lucky that you're here!
©Copyright 2000 Linda
L. Miller
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We
Love You Little Dude!
You
know you're getting old when . . . . .
You get winded
laying checkers. Your children begin to look middle-aged.
You look forward to a dull evening.
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"A
Child's Ten Commandments to Parents"
- My
hands are small; please, don't expect perfection whenever
I make a bed, draw a picture or throw a ball. My legs
are short; please, slow down so that I can keep up with
you.
- My
eyes have not seen the world as yours have; please let
me explore safely. Don't restrict me unnecessarily.
- Housework
will always be there. I'm only little for a short time,
please, take time to explain things to me about this
wonderful world and do so willingly.
- My
feelings are tender; please, be sensitive to my needs.
Don't nag me all day long.
( You wouldn't want to be nagged for your inquisitiveness).
Treat me as you would like to be treated
- I
am a special gift from God; please, treasure me as God
intended you to do, holding me accountable for my actions,
giving me guidelines to live by, and disciplining me
in a loving manner.
- I
need your encouragement to grow. Please, go easy on
the criticism; remember, you can criticize the things
I do without criticizing me.
- Please,
give me the freedom to make decisions concerning myself.
Permit me to fail, so that I can learn from my mistakes.
Then someday I'll be prepared to make the kinds of decisions
that life requires of me.
- Please,
don't do things over for me. Somehow that makes me feel
that my efforts didn't quite measure up to your expectations.
I know it's hard, but please, don't try to compare me
to my brother or sister.
- Please,
don't be afraid to leave for a weekend together. Kids
need vacations from parents, just as parents need vacations
from kids. Besides, it's a great way to show us kids
that your marriage is very special.
- Please,
take me to Sunday School and church or synagogue regularly,
setting a good example for me to follow. I enjoy learning
more about God
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