Today...When I got mad and hit my child, "For his own good", I reconciled; And then I realized my plight.... Today I taught my child to fight. When interrupted by the phone, I said "Tell them I'm not at home"; And then I thought and had to sigh.... Today I taught my child to lie I told the tax man what I made, Forgetting the cash that I was paid; And then I blushed at this sad feat.... Today I taught my child to cheat. I smugly copied a cassette, To keep me free of one more debt; But now the bells of shame must peal....Today I taught my child to steal. Today I cursed another race, Oh God protect what I debase; For now, I fear it is too late.... Today I taught my child to hate. By my example children learn, That I must lead in life's sojourn; In such a way that they are lead.... By what is done, not what is said.Today I gave my child his due, By praises for him, instead of rue; And now I have begun my guide.... Today I gave my child his pride. I now have reconcilded and paid, To IRS on all I made, And now I know that this dear youth.... Today has learned from me of truth. The alms I give are not for show, And yet, this child must surely know; That charity is worth the price.... Today he saw my sacrifice. I clasp within a warm embrace, My neighbor of another race; The great commandment from above.... Today I taught my child to love. Someday my child must face alone, This world of fearsome undertone; But I have blazed a sure pathway.... Today I taught my child to pray.
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