Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Message From A Mom To Her Child




· 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 buy you beautiful clothes,but I cannot make you beautiful inside.

· 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 cannot say "no" for you.

· I can tell you about lofty goals, but I cannot achieve them for you.

· I can teach you about kindness, but I cannot 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.

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