LOVE
Love, my child, is not demanding
It’s not simply getting your way;
It is trying to be understanding
To love in all circumstances, come what may.
Love is not possessive
Cramping another’s style
It is giving others their freedom
To express their uniqueness with a smile.
Love, my child, is not envious
It is sharing a common brokenness
Knowing humanity is imperfect
Yet there is much to love and respect.
Remember, my child, to make your yoke light
Like Jesus, forgive and forget
Love is kind, patient, enduring
Remember, child, always to be caring.
Love is not self-vanity
Pandering to your little ego
For Jesus, love is humility
Making sacrifices for the good
Of our vulnerable, flawed humanity.
Love is of GOD, GOD is LOVE,
Abundant blessings flow
Whatever you receive
Remember, child, gratefully to give.
Shirley Lau