Were it not for the child


Okay folks, I got behind with all the turkey & stuffing this week and haven't had time to write. Let me share with you a poem I wrote some time back. I hope you enjoy it. Please share it with someone if you do.

WERE IT NOT FOR THE CHILD

Were it not for the child, Life would be better I think. No teachers, doctors, dentists, or visits to the shrink.

Were it not for the child, I could have it all. No nagging, crying, begging, to play a game or toss a ball.

Were it not for the child, I would have plenty of time. For wining, dining, dancing, While I'm still in my prime.

Were it not for the child, The house would stay clean. No clothes, candy wrappers, food, Hidden in places unseen.

Were it not for the child, Sounds too good to be true. No wounds to mend, fights to end, Yelling till my face turns blue.

Were it not for the child, There would be little reason. For Santa, Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny, Passing through each holiday season.

Were it not for the child, My heart would never know. The peace, fulfillment, & joy, That a childs love can bestow.

Were it not for the child, I would feel so alone. No laughing, playing, singing, Racing to answer the phone.

Were it not for the child, My body would never feel. A childs touch, hug, kiss, That even the darkest day can heal.

Were it not for the child, A subject I cannot consider mild. For I realize life is but nothing, Were it not for the child.

Mike Gowen Copywrite 2/94

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