Legacy Of Love Poem by JAMES T. ADAIR

Sounds trite but in the end it’s right


Make peace, not fight


Say a prayer to God for someone each night


Before turning off the light


Try to treat your fellow neighbor right


Be brave to teach the children


wrong from right


Don't criticize, lest you dim their bright


Don't satisfy their every desire


or fuel their selfish fire


Try to build in them a gentle flame


One that seeks fulfillment rather than fame


Humility, rather than a glorified name


Don't push too hard or twist their brain


Because wouldn't it be a shame


If their talent and heart was all in vain


Teach them to walk peacefully


In either the sun or the rain


Feed their heart with goodness


From the start


For of the world, they'll be a part


Don't chastise them if they're less than smart


Don't build them too tall or break them apart


Just give them tenderness and care


Teach them how to give and share


They'll be your legacy


And in them, a piece of you will always be there


A lingering reflection of your love and care