Allow me to be born, mother – <br />Into the world, God made; <br />And let me glorify my Lord <br />In life, before I fade! <br /> <br />Allow me to grow well, father, <br />Into a healthy child; <br />And let me do great feats on earth, <br />Unlike a flow’r in wild! <br /> <br />Give me some special love, mother, <br />And nurture me with care; <br />Do spend enough time with your child – <br />‘I am your earthen-ware! ’ <br /> <br />Protect me father, while I’m young, <br />Support my life’s bare needs; <br />I do not want to be orphaned, <br />Or taught to do misdeeds! <br /> <br />Take care of all my wants, parents, <br />Climb me up life’s ladder; <br />The modern world gives bleak chances; <br />Keep me always gladder! <br /> <br />Help me to walk and run and play; <br />Help me to stand erect; <br />Help me to talk and read all day; <br />Help me to be perfect. <br /> <br />Do hug me, kiss me, embrace me; <br />Don’t cane me unfairly; <br />Bathe me, dress me and keep me clean; <br />Let me do things freely! <br /> <br />Oh, do not neglect me parents; <br />I need you by my side; <br />Until I’m old enough to stand <br />Alone, and in God abide! <br /> <br />Help me to realize my God, <br />In everything I do; <br />Oh, let me serve my Maker well, <br />Through fellowmen, and you. <br /> <br />Help me to show my love for you: <br />I am your flesh and bones; <br />Bless me that I may tend to you <br />When old, in moans and groans! <br /> <br />Look after me like your parents <br />Bestowed on you, their love; <br />This is the duty, God expects <br />All parents to do, prove! <br /> <br />Copyright by Dr John Celes 5-16-2008<br /><br />Dr John Celes<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/what-children-want-their-parents-to-do/
