A Child Of Mine Poem by Ima Ryma

I do not tell you how to live.
I only ask that you just try,
When taking from me all I give,
To live with love until you die.
Your time with me will not be long.
Please do your best while you're with me.
I will forgive when you are wrong,
And will give thanks when right you be.
As you grow into adulthood,
Our hopes and dreams can come true,
If you become a force for good.
Know I am always here for you.

Under my care to death from birth,
You are a child of Mother Earth.