The Making of A Child

When a child lives with criticism
He learns to condemn
When a child dwells amidst reproach
He develops guilt attitude
When a child grows with ridicule
He develops self-doubt
When a child develops amidst hostility
He assumes life full of cruelty

When a child lives with praise
He learns to appreciate
When a child dwells with tolerance
He develops patience
When a child grows with encouragement
He develops self-confidence

When a child develops amidst fairness
He assumes justice and good conscience

When a child lives with security
He learns to have faith
When a child dwells with approval
He learns to like himself
When a child grows with acceptance
He learns to believe in others
When a child develops amidst amity
He learns to show love
Thommy’s Poetry
©2002