Reflections of a Mother

 

"Reflections Of A Mother"

(author unknown)

 

I gave you life,

but cannot live it for you..

I can give you directions,

but I cannot be there to lead you..

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 cannot choose them for you..

I can advise you about sex,

but I cannot keep you pure..

I can tell you about alcohol & drugs,

but I can't say "No" for you..

I can tell you about lofty goals,

but I can't achieve them for you..

I can teach you about kindness,

but I can't force you to be gracious

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...

All the days of my life..