“If I Had My Child to Raise Over Again”

I’d build self-esteem first and the house later.

I’d finger paint more and point the finger less.

I’d do less correcting and more connecting.

I’d take my eyes off my watch and watch more with my eyes.

I’d care to know less and know to care more.

I’d take more hikes and fly more kites.

I’d stop playing serious and seriously play.

I’d run through more fields and gaze at more stars.

I’d do more hugging and less tugging.

I’d see oak trees and the acorns more often.

I’d talk less about the love of power and more about the power of love.