Reflections of a Mother
"Reflections Of A Mother"
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 I 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 cannot say "No" for you.
I can warn you about drugs, But I cannot prevent you from using them.
I can tell you about lofty goals, But I cannot achieve them for you.
I can teach you about kindness, But I cannot force you to be gracious.
I can warn you about sins, But I cannot make you moral.
I can love you as a child, But I cannot place you in God's family.
I can pray for you, But I cannot make you walk with God.
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!
-Author Unknown-
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