Minimalistic supervision
babysitter: television
Never noticed what was on
till they've clammed up, all withdrawn
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Then - you question parental decisions
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Dual families, days spent apart
when they return, you press - restart
Anything that they had learned
the attitude is off the charts
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So, you focus - teaching this child
the world changes, with his smile
Building up his self esteem
so, he can grow and plan his dreams
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Leaving the bullshit behind
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Together color, reading some books
sharing dinner, he helped cook
Spending time figuring out
what this kid's all about
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Never leaving needs overlooked
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To change a life, just time to give
building strengths for him to live
The life that love helps to afford
the journey that he was born for
About the Creator
Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
Telling stories my heart needs to tell <3 life is a journey, not a competition
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Love the format. Had to read it twice to take it all in. The part that stood out for me was the nurturing.
Raising a child in a broken home that now is two, putting hurts & loneliness aside to do the best you can for him or her, it is a beautiful thing when parents are able to do that. That simple, uncomplicating desire to do what's best for them--you express it so well, Kelli.
I love the storytelling ✨💖😉