by Bri Mark

Created on: May 04, 2010

They give you a life they look after you,

to them you're their reason for living,

whatever happens if troubles ensue,

they'll be caring and always forgiving.

They'll try to put up with your mood swings,

they'll watch over you each day as you grow,

the good times and problems another day brings,

their love you will feel and will know.

They'll try to teach you about good and bad,

to ensure you avoid their mistakes,

they'll forever be there be it happy or sad,

a good parent just never forsakes.

There will be times they will get annoyed,

when you'll bring them to total despair,

any troubles you have they will never avoid,

for you they will always be there.

You may well think they just interfere,

their aim is to cause you great strife,

as you grow older it will become clear,

they just want you to have a good life.

You will do things that will surprise,

parents like nothing more,

what you can achieve will open their eyes,

that's why it's you they adore.

If you only strive to do your best,

try not to cause any discord,

if with common sense you are blessed,

that will be your parents reward.

When you have children yourself one day,

that is when you will learn,

the sacrifice your parents had to pay,

their respect is a gift you must earn.

Your Mum and Dad are a gift from God,

look after them while they're here,

what they do for us we should all applaud,

their actions we should truly revere.

Your parents will give years of pleasure,

ties with them we must never sever,

love them both with equal measure,

for truth is,

'' They Don't Last Forever '' 

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